Frog Eye Salad

Frog Eye Salad

This frog eye salad is made with acini di pepe (or couscous) pasta, coconut, pineapple, mandarin oranges, and marshmallows for a sweet, chilled dessert.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
9 hrs
Total Time:
9 hrs 35 mins
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups unsweetened pineapple juice
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package acini di pepe pasta
  • 3 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 (20 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits, drained
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Directions

Step 1
Combine pineapple juice, sugar, eggs, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Stir and cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice. Let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.

Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add oil and remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 3
Combine cooked pasta, cooled egg mixture, mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, crushed pineapple, and whipped topping in a large bowl; mix well. Refrigerate until chilled, 8 hours to overnight.

Step 4
Before serving, add marshmallows and coconut; toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

581
Calories
11g
Fat
114g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 581
% Daily Value *
Total Fat11g 14%
Saturated Fat7g 37%
Cholesterol37mg 12%
Sodium648mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate114g 41%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars75g
Protein9g
Vitamin C30mg 150%
Calcium55mg 4%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium388mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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