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Junk Yard Salad Recipe

Junk Yard Salad Recipe


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4.7 from 38 reviews

  • Total Time: Overnight (about 8 hours)
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Junkyard Salad combines unexpected ingredients in a wild culinary adventure that defies traditional salad norms. Hungry explorers will discover a playful mix of textures and flavors that challenge conventional dining expectations.


Ingredients

Scale

Fruit and Sweet Ingredients:

  • 1 (21 ounces / 595 grams) can cherry pie filling
  • 1 (20 ounces / 567 grams) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows

Dairy and Creamy Ingredients:

  • 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can Eagle Brand condensed milk
  • 1 (8 ounces / 227 grams) container Cool Whip

Dry Mix Ingredient:

  • 1 (1 ounce / 28 grams) package of vanilla pudding mix (dry)

Instructions

  1. In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple, and sweetened condensed milk, ensuring thorough integration of ingredients.
  2. Incorporate miniature marshmallows and powdered vanilla pudding mix, gently folding until uniformly distributed throughout the creamy base.
  3. Delicately introduce whipped topping, blending with smooth, light strokes to create an airy, voluminous texture without deflating the mixture.
  4. Seal the concoction with transparent wrap, allowing it to rest and harmonize flavors in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight.
  5. When ready to serve, retrieve from cold storage and portion into individual dessert dishes, presenting a chilled, luscious treat that promises nostalgic comfort.

Notes

  • Customize sweetness by adjusting the amount of condensed milk to suit personal taste preferences.
  • Enhance texture by adding chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for extra crunch and depth of flavor.
  • Make it lighter by using low-fat condensed milk and sugar-free pudding mix for a healthier version.
  • Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberry or strawberry to create unique flavor variations.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Refrigerating
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 253
  • Sugar: 36 g
  • Sodium: 95 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg