Description
This Easy Fruit Salad is a vibrant and delicious blend of fresh strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, and mandarin oranges, all coated in a creamy vanilla pudding dressing. Perfect for any occasion—from brunches to picnics—this salad is not only simple to make but also a crowd favorite among kids and adults alike. With its delightful mix of flavors and colors, it’s a healthy and refreshing addition to any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 11 ounces blueberries
- 3 cups red grapes (halved)
- 1 whole pineapple (sliced)
- 15 ounces mandarin oranges (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the prepared strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and mandarin oranges. Gently stir to mix.
- Sprinkle the instant vanilla pudding powder over the fruit mixture. Add the vanilla extract and almond extract. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight to let the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe seasonal fruits for the best flavor. Consider adding nuts or mini marshmallows for extra texture. A splash of lemon juice can enhance flavor while preventing browning.