Description
A creamy, sweet, and fruity salad featuring tiny pasta pearls, tropical fruits, and fluffy whipped cream—perfect for potlucks and family gatherings!
Ingredients
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½ cup acini di pepe pasta
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1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits, drained (reserve juice)
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1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
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1 banana, sliced
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½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
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1 cup mini marshmallows
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
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Cook pasta until tender, drain, and cool.
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Mix pasta with pineapple juice and condensed milk until coated.
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Fold in pineapple, mandarin oranges, banana, coconut, and marshmallows.
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Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; gently fold into salad.
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Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use acini di pepe for authentic texture.
Add banana just before serving to prevent browning.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar or marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g