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Pineapple Walnut Salad

Pineapple Walnut Salad: Creamy Southern Delight in Minutes

Discover a delightful and refreshing Pineapple Walnut Salad that combines sweet crushed pineapple and crunchy walnuts for a perfect summer treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple well-drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping thawed
  • 1 cup walnuts chopped and toasted if desired

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently fold in the thawed frozen whipped topping using a spatula for about 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring evenly distributed.
  3. Fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple and chopped walnuts using a spatula for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for about 1 hour before serving.
  5. Once chilled, give the salad a gentle stir and spoon it into serving bowls. Garnish with additional walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This Pineapple Walnut Salad can be customized by swapping walnuts for pecans or adding shredded coconut or mini marshmallows for extra flavor.

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