Fish Eye Salad Or Italian Fruit Salad Recipe

Nostalgic and surprisingly delicious, this "Fish Eye Salad" (or Italian Fruit Salad) recipe is a family favorite! Named for its unique pasta shape, this creamy, dreamy salad features a delightful blend of sweet oranges, juicy pineapple, and perfectly cooked pasta, all coated in a light and fluffy pudding mixture. A refreshing twist on a classic dessert, perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or a simple weeknight treat. Get ready to make a splash with this easy-to-make recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 335.8 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fish Eye Salad Or Italian Fruit Salad

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How to Make Fish Eye Salad Or Italian Fruit Salad

  1. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions. Drain well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool down the pasta.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix and 1 cup milk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained, and 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, to the pudding mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the cooked pasta and 8 ounces of whipped topping (Cool Whip or equivalent).
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

165g

Fat

41g

Carbs

19g