Sunshine Salad is a vibrant and refreshing fruit salad that combines tropical flavors with a creamy texture. It's a no-bake, chilled dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a delightful side dish. The blend of pineapple, mandarin oranges, and bananas, coated in a sweet vanilla pudding mix, offers a burst of sunshine in every bite.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 whole fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks

• 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges in syrup (do not drain)

• 2 ripe bananas, sliced

• 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix (dry, do not prepare with milk)

Directions

1. Prepare the Fruit: Peel and cut the fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Slice the bananas into rounds. Open the can of mandarin oranges, ensuring not to drain the syrup.

2. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges with syrup, and sliced bananas.

3. Add the Pudding Mix: Sprinkle the dry instant vanilla pudding mix evenly over the fruit mixture.

4. Mix Thoroughly: Gently stir the ingredients together until the fruit is evenly coated with the pudding mix. The syrup from the mandarin oranges will help activate the pudding mix, creating a creamy dressing.

5. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the pudding mix to set slightly.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 150 kcal

• Carbohydrates: Approximately 37g

• Protein: Approximately 1g

• Fat: Approximately 0g

• Sodium: Approximately 25mg

• Fiber: Approximately 3g

• Sugar: Approximately 30g