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5 Cup Salad Recipe: 3 Reasons This Rich Dessert Rocks

5 Cup Salad recipe by Pearl recipes.

A quick and creamy dessert salad with mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, sweetened shredded coconut, and sour cream. This five-ingredient, no-cook recipe is easy to make, perfect for gatherings, and always delivers fruity, refreshing flavor with minimal effort. 

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mandarin oranges (drained)  
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)  
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows  
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut  
  • 1 cup sour cream  

(Optional Variations):

  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for crunch)  
  • Toasted coconut flakes (for extra flavor)  
  • Fresh pineapple or mango chunks (as a swap)  
  • Coconut or almond-based yogurt (for dairy-free option) 

Instructions

  1. Drain mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple thoroughly.  
  2. Add 1 cup sour cream in a large mixing bowl.  
  3. Stir in 1 cup mini marshmallows and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut gently.  
  4. Fold in drained pineapple and mandarin oranges, mixing gently to keep fruit intact.  
  5. Mix until ingredients are evenly combined.  
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.  
  7. Serve chilled.  

Notes

Drain canned fruits thoroughly to prevent a watery salad. Gently fold in oranges to keep segments intact. Chill for best flavor and texture. Variations include using Greek yogurt, adding nuts, or substituting coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version. Store leftovers in the fridge.

Keywords: 5 cup salad, fruit salad, easy dessert, no bake, potluck recipe, creamy