The Orange Cream Fruit Salad is a light and refreshing treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh fruit with a creamy, tangy dressing. This salad combines juicy mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, grapes, apples, and bananas, all coated in a delicious orange-vanilla cream made from yogurt, sour cream, and a hint of orange juice concentrate. The addition of mini marshmallows gives it a fun and playful texture that both kids and adults will love.
Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a healthy dessert, this fruit salad is a refreshing choice for any occasion. It’s easy to make, requires minimal preparation, and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great dish for entertaining. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, providing a cool, creamy, and fruity experience with every bite.
Full Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1 apple, cored and chopped
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Directions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, grapes, chopped apple, banana slices, and mini marshmallows.
- In a small separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, vanilla yogurt, orange juice concentrate, and honey until smooth and well-blended.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat all the fruit evenly.
- Chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve cold, and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: Approximately 180 kcal per serving