WATERMELON AMBROSIA

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Colorful watermelon, pineapple, fruit cocktail, maraschino cherries and more are combined in this eye-catching fruit salad that's sure to take center stage at your next summer buffet! -Sandy leversee, Apache Junction, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium watermelon
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar fruit cocktail, drained
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup diet lemon-lime soda, chilled
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon into basket (see box below). Remove fruit from both sections of the top. Remove fruit from basket with a melon baller. Set aside 3 cups of melon balls (save remaining melon for another use)., In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, fruit cocktail, oranges, cherries, marshmallows and reserved watermelon balls. Add soda; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled. Just before serving, stir in coconut. Spoon into watermelon basket.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Damilola Peace
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I highly recommend this ambrosia recipe. It's a delicious and refreshing summer dessert.


mdrahul islam
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This ambrosia is the perfect summer party dessert. It's easy to make, and everyone loves it.


Ram Pukar
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I love that this ambrosia is made with fresh fruit. It's a healthy and delicious dessert.


mason mayday
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This ambrosia is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Alexis Trott
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I love the combination of watermelon, pineapple, and citrus in this ambrosia. It's a great summer dessert.


Aretha Pagel
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This ambrosia is the perfect way to use up leftover watermelon. It's a delicious and refreshing dessert.


Shazia Tabasum
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I made this ambrosia for a party, and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Luis Encinas
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This was my first time making ambrosia, and it was really easy. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Comfort Mirekua
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I love the way this ambrosia looks! The watermelon and pineapple are so colorful, and the whipped topping makes it look really elegant.


Fawzy Hamada
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This ambrosia is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


gabe johson
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I made this ambrosia for my family, and they all loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover watermelon.


Kamran mayo Sabg
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This is the best ambrosia recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing. I love the combination of watermelon, pineapple, and citrus.


Govinda Malla
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I'm not usually a fan of ambrosia, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and refreshing, and the watermelon and pineapple are the perfect combination.


Craig Bazzell
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I made this ambrosia for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got lots of compliments.


Favourruky
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This ambrosia is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Pyramid Boyy
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I love the way this ambrosia looks! The watermelon and pineapple are so colorful, and the whipped topping makes it look really elegant.


Hobaib Jaan
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This was my first time making ambrosia, and I was really happy with how it turned out. The recipe was easy to follow, and the ambrosia was delicious. I especially liked the combination of watermelon and pineapple.


md shadin
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I've made this ambrosia several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The watermelon and pineapple are so refreshing, and the whipped topping adds a nice creamy touch.


Behram Khan
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This watermelon ambrosia was a huge hit at my summer potluck! Everyone loved the refreshing and flavorful combination of watermelon, pineapple, and citrus. And the creamy whipped topping added the perfect finishing touch.