2 can mandarin oranges, drained
2 pineapple, tidbits, drained
2 each banana, sliced
2 cup grapes, green or red seedless
2 vanilla yogurt
1 cup almonds, slivered
2 cup coconut, flaked
2 cup marshmallows, mini
Directions
Mix all ingredients together and chill.
Servings: 20 servings
Ambrosia Fruit Salad Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Fruit; Salad
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We hope you enjoy this Ambrosia Fruit Salad recipe.
