It’s almost lacy and delicate in its presentation.

For the holidays, consider adding touches of red and green withpomegranate seedsand fresh mint leaves.

Combine ingredients:

Mix fruit and coconut together, and refrigerate overnight.

Southern Living Mama Maes Ambrosia Salad in a serving bowl

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Sprinkle with pecans and other optional toppings before serving.

Southern Living Mama Mae’s Ambrosia Salad ingredients

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Southern Living Mama Maes Ambrosia Salad ready to serve

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