Craving a tropical escape? This vibrant vegan ambrosia salad is packed with juicy pineapple, mandarin oranges and plump blueberries, all tossed in a creamy coconut dressing. It’s the perfect way to bring a taste of paradise to your table!
Vegan Ambrosia Salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 470 kcal
Ingredients
Base
- 1 can 15oz coconut whipping cream
- 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
- 1/4 tsp. orange flavor
- 1/2 cup vegan sour cream
Mix-ins
- 1 cup maraschino cherries drained and stem removed
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 1-1/2 cups blueberries
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1-1/2 cups vegan mini marshmallows
- 1 cup mandarin orange slices
Instructions
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In large mixing bowl, combine maraschino cherries, pineapple chunks, blueberries, shredded coconut and vegan mini marshmallows. Set aside.
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In stand mixer, whisk coconut whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form.
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Add confectioners sugar, vegan sour cream and orange flavor to whipped cream. Whisk on low speed until well combined, about 1 minute.
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Gently fold coconut cream mixture into fruit mixture until well coated.
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Add mandarin orange slices and gently fold them in.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Recipe Notes
Note: If using canned fruits, make sure to completely drain them from the liquid they are soaked in.
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Nutrition Facts
Vegan Ambrosia Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 470
Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 15g75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 164mg7%
Potassium 381mg11%
Carbohydrates 90g30%
Fiber 9g36%
Sugar 56g62%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 428IU9%
Vitamin C 26mg32%
Calcium 76mg8%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.