Description
This Macaroni Fruit Salad recipe is a delightful blend of cooked macaroni, assorted fruits, sweetened condensed milk, and creamy dressing, creating a luscious and refreshing side dish perfect for gatherings or everyday meals.
Ingredients
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Macaroni:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled
Fruit Mixture:
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup fruit cocktail, drained
- 1/2 cup mandarin oranges, drained
- 1/2 cup red or green grapes, halved
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Optional Additions:
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and salt until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked macaroni to the dressing and gently fold in the crushed pineapple, fruit cocktail, mandarin oranges, grapes, mini marshmallows, and cheese if using.
- Chill and Serve: Mix until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy cold.
Notes
- You can use fresh fruits instead of canned for a different twist.
- For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or coconut before serving.
- Best served the same day, but can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Filipino-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
