DADDY'S HOLIDAY BEST FRUIT SALAD

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What a lovely recipe... The crunchy pecans and sweet coconut remind me of the salads I enjoyed in my childhood. This is a sweet treat for all the senses.

Provided by Judith Watson

Categories     Fruit Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can(s) fruit cocktail, in syrup
1 can(s) pears
1 can(s) cling peaches
1 large red delicious apple
1 c chopped pecans
1 can(s) bakers coconut
1 bottle small marachino cherries
1 large naval orange
1 large banana optional
1 can(s) crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • 1. Drain syrup from canned fruits and set aside. Chop apple into medium dice and coat with lemon juice to stop browning. Optional: Slice banana if using. Supreme the orange and cut slices into thirds. Drain juice from cherries and set aside. Half cherries. Mix all ingredients together. Add about a 1/4 cup cherrie juice.
  • 2. If adding banana, coat with lemon juice to keep from browning. Refridgerate before serving. Serve with Cool Whip or Whipped cream.

Moh dildar Husen
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This fruit salad is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays. It's festive, delicious, and healthy.


Kwakye Daniel
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I love how versatile this fruit salad is. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste.


Kiya Carbis
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This fruit salad is the perfect make-ahead dish. You can make it the night before, and it will be even better the next day.


Collins Ikechukwu Onukwugha
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. My kids love it, and they always ask for seconds.


Monique Hamilton
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one is amazing! The dressing is so good, and the fruit is so fresh. I'll definitely be making this again.


faaizu xaahir
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This fruit salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start your day or end your meal.


Imran Latif
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I love the addition of nuts and seeds to this fruit salad. It gives it a nice crunch and adds some extra flavor.


Md Shizan
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This fruit salad is the perfect way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bowl of fruit salad in my fridge, and it's a great snack or dessert.


Pablo Salas Vazquez
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I made this fruit salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The colors were so vibrant, and the fruit was so fresh and juicy.


Zakiya Kabiru
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This is my go-to fruit salad recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


Sadam Bhai
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I've been making this fruit salad for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is the key - it's tangy and sweet, and it really brings out the flavor of the fruit.


Vampire “Bandanimegamer” Girl
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This fruit salad was a hit at our holiday party! The combination of fruits was perfect, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.