Bright, creamy, and somewhat nostalgic, This five cup salad recipe from Come Sit At My Table on YouTube is a beloved classic that brings a burst of sweetness to any occasion. With its roots in vintage cookbooks and family gatherings, this salad is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something special.

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At its core, five cup salad combines five key ingredients: juicy pineapple chunks, refreshing mandarin oranges, fluffy marshmallows, luscious Cool Whip, and tropical coconut flakes. Each component brings its unique character to the dish, creating a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and refreshing.

Five cup salad is more than just a recipe; it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that can be thrown together in minutes and can be served at cookout parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect side dish for potlucks, picnics, holiday gatherings, or any time you need a quick and delicious dessert. This salad is a staple of summer barbecues and holiday feasts alike and they won’t be complete without it. Learn how to make it by watching the video below for the step by step instructions.

Ingredients:

  • 1 – 15 oz can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 – 20 oz can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 cup sweetened coconut  flakes
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup Cool Whip

Directions:

Step 1

Drain the pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Next, add 1 cup of sweetened coconut flakes, 1 cup of miniature marshmallows, and 1 cup of Cool Whip.

Adding the pineapples and mandarin oranges to to make the five cup salad
Image credits: Come Sit At My Table via YouTube

Step 2

Stir everything until fully combined (don’t stir too hard to avoid mashing everything up). You can put more Cool Whip if it’s a little dry to your liking. Serve and enjoy!

Adding the cool whip to the five cup salad
Image credits: Come Sit At My Table via YouTube

Five Cup Salad Recipe

Stephanie Hicks | DIY JOY

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Stephanie

Since I lover experiments, I’ve alwaysnloved to create, paint, as well as cook and style food. I feel in love with DIY as soon as I discovered it and could not have been more excited when I learned I could share projects with people around the world. Taking photos is a passion of mine, as is design and painting with oils. I love holidays and celebrations, crafting cute little gifts and serving up at least one new recipe I am excited about.

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