Sunshine Salad
Brighten your table with this vibrant Sunshine Salad, a perfect summer salad that’s bursting with tropical flavors and ready in just 15 minutes. Combining fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, bananas, and a creamy sugar-free vanilla pudding mix, this light, refreshing dish is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy snack. With only 2 WW Points Plus per serving, this Sunshine Salad is Weight Watchers-friendly, nutrient-packed, and a crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings. Follow our easy recipe to create this delightful summer salad that’s as sunny as it is delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple cored and cut into chunks (about 3 cups)
- 1 can 15 oz mandarin oranges in light syrup, undrained
- 2 bananas peeled and sliced
- 1 box 4-serving size sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Core and chop 1 fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Peel and slice 2 bananas.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, 1 can (15 oz) undrained mandarin oranges, and sliced bananas.
- Add Pudding Mix: Sprinkle 1 box of sugar-free vanilla pudding mix evenly over the fruit. Do not prepare the pudding with milk; the dry mix will absorb the fruit syrup.
- Mix and Chill: Stir gently until the pudding mix is fully incorporated and a creamy syrup forms. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a refreshing summer salad, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy snack. Each serving is about 1 cup.
Notes
- Keep the Syrup: The mandarin orange syrup is essential for creating the creamy texture with the pudding mix.
- Firm Bananas: Use slightly underripe bananas to prevent a mushy texture in this summer salad.
- Pineapple Prep: A pineapple corer makes cutting fresh pineapple quick and easy.
- Chill Well: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors and ensure a cool, refreshing dish.
- Serve Cold: For outdoor events, nest the salad bowl in a larger bowl of ice to keep it chilled.