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Pineapple Walnut Salad

Pineapple Walnut Salad: A Refreshing Southern Delight

Pineapple Walnut Salad is a no-bake delight that combines fresh flavors and creamy textures, making it a perfect summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple well-drained
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Flavoring
  • 8 ounces Whipped Topping like Cool Whip, thawed
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup Walnuts coarsely chopped
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Hand mixer
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently fold in 8 ounces of thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Next, drain 1 can of crushed pineapple thoroughly and mix in the pineapple and 1 cup of coarsely chopped walnuts into the cream mixture.
  4. Transfer the mixed salad into a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. After chilling, serve the salad garnished with additional chopped walnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to maintain texture. Toast walnuts for enhanced flavor if desired.

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