Summer is approaching fast and that means hot and humid days lie ahead. Who wants to heat up their kitchen by cooking over a hot stove? We have the perfect recipe for a dish that is light and refreshing, perfect for even the hottest days. Pina colada salad is easy to prepare and can be made in no time. This dessert salad is kid-friendly and can be personalized to please everyone's unique taste buds.
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PINA COLADA FLUFF SALAD
Coconut pudding, pineapple, miniature marshmallows and whipped cream come together in this delicious dessert-like salad that is perfect for potlucks and backyard barbecues.
Provided by Danelle
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine crushed pineapple with juice, pudding mix and coconut. Mix well. Fold in Cool Whip.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Fold into pudding mixture.
- Fold in pineapple tidbits and marshmallows. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 14 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 7 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 328 grams sodium, Sugar 51 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat
PINA COLADA MOLDED SALAD
My gelatin ring gets a tropical twist from coconut, pineapple and macadamia nuts. It's a wonderful anytime treat. Now that I'm retired from teaching, I have more time for kitchen experiments. -Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set the pineapple aside. In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in the cream of coconut, sour cream, soda and reserved pineapple juice. Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. , Fold in the flaked coconut, nuts and reserved pineapple. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm. , To serve, unmold salad onto a platter. Fill the center with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PINA COLADA FRUIT SALAD
Give friends a taste of the tropics on warm summer days with this refreshing fruit blend. For a little extra punch, you might add a splash of coconut rum. -Carol Farnsworth, Greenwood, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For dressing, mix first 5 ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Place fruit in a large bowl; toss gently with dressing., Refrigerate, covered, until serving. If desired, top with mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
PINA COLADA SALAD
Coconut lovers check this out! This dessert is so delicious, I made it for a teacher's luncheon, and they sent me to the office to make copies for everyone.
Provided by Aunt Paula
Categories Dessert
Time 5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix crushed pineapple with juice, instant pudding and coconut.
- Fold in Cool Whip.
- Cream together cream cheese and sugar in separate bowl.
- Then fold into other mixture; chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.1, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 11.7, Sodium 161.7, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 33.9, Protein 1.7
PINA COLADA PUDDING SHOTS!
Quick and easy to whip up for a party!
Provided by Emilia
Categories Drinks Recipes Shot Recipes Jell-O® Shots
Time 40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk milk, vodka, pineapple rum, and pudding mix together in a bowl. Stir whipped topping into vodka mixture until mixture has a pudding-consistency. Spoon into shot glasses and refrigerate until set, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 47.4 mg, Sugar 5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If you're using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
- For a sweeter salad, use more pineapple chunks and less celery.
- If you don't have Cool Whip, you can substitute whipped cream or sour cream.
- Add some chopped walnuts or pecans for a crunchy topping.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Pina colada salad is a delicious and refreshing summer salad that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful salad, give pina colada salad a try.
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