Description
The Sunshine Salad is a vibrant and refreshing fruit salad that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With its combination of juicy pineapple, sweet bananas, and zesty mandarin oranges, this salad is an easy-to-make dish that brightens up any gathering. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply as a light snack at home, it requires just four simple ingredients and can be prepared in under an hour. This low-calorie treat is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a hit among kids and adults alike. Perfectly chilled and coated with a hint of vanilla pudding mix, the Sunshine Salad offers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple (cored and cut into chunks)
- 1 can mandarin oranges in light syrup (15oz can)
- 2 ripe bananas (peeled and sliced)
- 1 box Jell-O sugar-free vanilla instant pudding (4-serving size)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add pineapple chunks, undrained mandarin oranges, and banana slices.
- Sprinkle the dry Jell-O pudding mix evenly over the fruit and gently stir until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 89
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added variety, consider incorporating strawberries or blueberries. To enhance the crunch factor, sprinkle in some chopped nuts or shredded coconut. Serve over greens for an extra layer of nutrition.