Description
A whimsical, colorful salad combining acini di pepe pasta, fruits, and a creamy dressing, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup canned pineapple, drained
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine whipped topping and pudding mix, mixing until well blended.
- Gently fold in drained pineapple, mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows.
- Add the cooled pasta and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in shredded coconut and chopped nuts.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Stir gently before serving and enjoy.
Notes
To avoid a watery salad, ensure fruits are well-drained, and allow sufficient chill time for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Frog Eye Salad, Salad Recipe, Fruit Salad, Potluck Salad