Delectable Rice Salad

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A creamy, fruity rice salad with marshmallows, pineapple, and pecans, perfect for potlucks and family gatherings, offering a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 8 oz. package cream cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 large can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 10 to 12 maraschino cherries, chopped
  • 1 envelope Dream Whip

Instructions

  1. Stir cream cheese into hot cooked rice.
  2. Allow the mixture to cool.
  3. Stir in crushed pineapple, mayonnaise, marshmallows, chopped pecans, and chopped maraschino cherries.
  4. Prepare Dream Whip according to package directions and fold into the mixture.
  5. Transfer to a 10-inch casserole dish.
  6. Garnish with additional nuts and cherries, if desired.
  7. Allow to cool thoroughly before serving and keep refrigerated.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

693 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.2g 18% DV
Total Fat 45.8g 59% DV
Carbs 66.4g 24% DV
Fiber 5.9g 21% DV
Sugar 20.8g 42% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 588.3mg 26% DV
Potassium 316.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 22.5mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 202.8mcg 23% DV
Vitamin C 16.2mg 18% DV
Vitamin D 1mcg 5% DV
Calcium 147.8mg 11% DV
Iron 5.8mg 32% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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