Best 5 Fruit Cocktail Salad Recipes

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Treat your taste buds to a refreshing and delightful journey with our comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate fruit cocktail salad. Venture into the realm of culinary artistry as we unveil a treasure trove of recipes that showcase the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and nutritional benefits of fresh fruits. From classic combinations to innovative twists, discover a variety of recipes that cater to your personal preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing side dish or a sweet and satisfying dessert, our curated collection has something for every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the beauty and bounty of nature, transforming simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRUIT COCKTAIL SALAD



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"Convenient canned fruit and instant pudding mix streamline preparation of this refreshing medley," reports Karen Buhr from Gasport, New York. This shortcut salad can also be served as a sweet satisfying dessert for diabetics.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (15 ounces each) fruit cocktail in juice
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 package (1 ounce) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
2 medium firm bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the fruit and lemon juice. Sprinkle with pudding mix. Stir gently for 1 minute or until mixture is thickened. Fold in bananas. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AMBROSIA SALAD WITH FRUIT COCKTAIL



Ambrosia Salad with Fruit Cocktail image

This ambrosia salad with fruit cocktail is a long-time family favorite for holidays or weekend BBQs.

Provided by Jay

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (15.25 ounce) cans fruit cocktail
1 (16 ounce) can sliced peaches in juice
1 (16 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice
1 (12 ounce) can mandarin oranges in juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons milk, or as needed
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Empty fruit cocktail, peaches, pineapple, and oranges out into a strainer set over a large bowl to drain.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in a bowl, adding milk until mixture is smooth and creamy. Mix in 3/4 of the whipped topping and 1/4 cup of the drained juice; blend well.
  • Dice peaches and fold them into the creamy mixture. Add all the drained fruits and coconut, reserving 5 or 6 mandarins, and stir to coat. Smooth over the top and frost with remaining whipped topping. Decorate top with reserved mandarins. Refrigerate until flavors combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 31.1 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 130.5 mg, Sugar 42.6 g

FROZEN FRUIT COCKTAIL SALAD (TREAT)



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Dessert     Freeze/Chill

Yield 8-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
2 3-ounces packages cream cheese, room temperature
Few drops of vanilla or almond extract
1 cup cool whip or heavy cream whipped (or a little more)
1 large can fruit cocktail drained
Maraschino cherries to taste.

Steps:

  • Cream sugar, cream cheese and extract together. Fold in whipped cream and fruit cocktail until blended; then spoon into a mold or bowl or ice cube trays. (I use cupcake papers filled to about 1/2 to 2/3 full in a cupcake pan). Place Maraschino cherries on top to decorate, or you can fold them into the salad at the same time you fold in the fruit cocktail. Freeze until ready to serve/eat.

FRUIT SALAD COCKTAIL



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I was just experimenting on day with some vodka and a whole bunch of fruit juices and came up with this wonderful summer drink. Garnish with lemon and lime wedges.

Provided by SANDI149

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger vodka
4 fluid ounces pineapple juice
1 fluid ounce cranberry juice
1 fluid ounce orange juice
1 fluid ounce carbonated water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour in the vodka, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, a splash of orange juice and a splash of carbonated water. Add a quick squeeze of fresh lemon and lime. Stir and garnish with wedges of lemon and lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

CREAMY FRUIT COCKTAIL SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by KeyIngredient

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15-ounce) can fruit cocktail
1 (20-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, with juice
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 & 1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup cool whip, thawed
1 (5.1-ounce) package vanilla instant pudding

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add the fruit cocktail with juice, pineapple tidbits with juice, drained mandarin oranges and the strawberries. Sprinkle the vanilla pudding mix over the fruit and juice and stir well. Fold in the cool whip. Refrigerate the creamy fruit cocktail salad for an hour then stir just before serving. *I get the Fruit Cocktail that has extra maraschino cherries. Try to get the brand that is in juice or light syrup. The heavy syrup is not recommended for this recipe.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and fresh fruits: The quality of your fruit cocktail salad depends on the quality of the fruits you use. Make sure to choose ripe and fresh fruits that are free of bruises or blemishes.
  • Use a variety of fruits: The more variety of fruits you use, the more colorful and flavorful your salad will be. Some popular fruits that are often used in fruit cocktail salad include oranges, grapefruit, pineapple, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, and cherries.
  • Cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces: This will make it easier to eat and more enjoyable to serve.
  • Add some sweetness: If your fruits are not sweet enough, you can add some sugar, honey, or agave nectar to taste.
  • Add some tartness: If you want your salad to have a little bit of a tart kick, you can add some lemon or lime juice.
  • Add some herbs or spices: For a more complex flavor, you can add some herbs or spices to your salad, such as mint, basil, or ginger.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help to keep the fruits crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Fruit cocktail salad is a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. It is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vitamins. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a fruit cocktail salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and healthy treat, give fruit cocktail salad a try.

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