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Aunt Shirley's Tropic Tang Fruit Salad Recipe

Escape to the tropics with Aunt Shirley's irresistible Tropical Tang Fruit Salad! This vibrant and refreshing fruit salad is a summer sensation, but its deliciousness transcends the seasons – you'll find yourself craving it all year round! Bursting with juicy pineapple, sweet tropical fruits, and a creamy tangy twist, this crowd-pleasing recipe is always a hit at family gatherings. Get ready for rave reviews – it's so good, there are never any leftovers! (Double the recipe for larger groups.)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 263.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Shirley's Tropic Tang Fruit Salad

  • 2 cups pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup Tang (orange or other flavor)
  • 1 (3-ounce) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (20-ounce) can tropical fruit cocktail, drained
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • fresh sprig of mint (optional, for garnish)

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How to Make Aunt Shirley's Tropic Tang Fruit Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of pineapple chunks, 1 (3-ounce) box instant vanilla pudding mix, and 1/2 cup Tang (orange or other flavor). Mix thoroughly until the pudding powder is fully incorporated.
  2. Drain the juice from one (20-ounce) can of tropical fruit cocktail. Add the drained tropical fruit to the pineapple mixture.
  3. Gently stir to combine. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set.
  4. Just before serving, gently fold in 2 ripe bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Serve chilled in a large bowl or individual champagne glasses. Garnish each serving with a fresh sprig of mint for an elegant touch.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

146g

Fat

0g

Carbs

22g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Salads Fruit Easy Beginner Cook Holiday Event Low Fat Summer Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Tropical Fruit Brunch