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Auntie Midge’s Hawaiian Salad

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  • Author: fella
  • Prep Time: 5min
  • Total Time: 4hours 5minutes ( chill time included)
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish/ Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bring the tropics to your table with Auntie Midge’s Hawaiian Salad! A delightful blend of fruit cocktail, pineapple, mandarin oranges, marshmallows, and sour cream—perfect for potlucks and summer get-togethers.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (30-ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained thoroughly
  • 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained thoroughly
  • 1 (8-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained thoroughly
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) package miniature marshmallows
  • 1 (24-ounce) container sour cream

Instructions

  • Mix the Ingredients:
    • In a large bowl, combine the fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, and miniature marshmallows.
  • Add the Dressing:
    • Gently stir in the sour cream, ensuring all the fruit and marshmallows are evenly coated.
  • Chill:
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve:
    • Give the salad a quick stir before serving. Enjoy as a refreshing side dish or dessert.

Notes

  • For added texture and flavor, mix in shredded coconut or chopped pecans.
  • Use a light sour cream option for a lower-calorie version.
  • Best served chilled, making it a perfect make-ahead dish for gatherings.