🥗 4-Ingredient Mandarin Orange Salad
A creamy, fruity, no-fuss dessert or side dish that’s ready in minutes and perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or weeknight treats.
✅ Ingredients:
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1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained well
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1 cup mini marshmallows
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1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip, thawed)
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½ cup sour cream
👩🍳 Instructions:
Step 1: Combine
In a large mixing bowl, add:
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Drained mandarin oranges
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Mini marshmallows
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Whipped topping
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Sour cream
Step 2: Mix
Gently fold all ingredients together using a spatula or spoon until evenly mixed and creamy. Be careful not to break the mandarin segments too much.
Step 3: Chill
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour. This helps the flavors come together and improves texture.
Step 4: Serve
Stir gently before serving. Serve cold as a dessert or a side.
🕒 Time:
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Chill Time: 1 hour
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Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4–6
🔄 Optional Add-ins:
If you want to mix it up a bit, consider adding:
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½ cup shredded coconut
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½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
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½ cup cottage cheese
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Chopped nuts or maraschino cherries.