Filipino Sweet Macaroni Fruit Salad Recipe (30 Minutes Preparation)

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk offers a lower-calorie option while maintaining creaminess.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds tang.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while processed cheese is more affordable.

fruit cocktail

🥗Healthier: fresh mixed fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Fresh fruits provide better nutrition, while canned fruits are often cheaper.

Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.

In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, condensed milk, and mayonnaise; mix well.

Add fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and grapes to the macaroni mixture; stir gently to combine.

Fold in cheddar cheese, maraschino cherries, and raisins; mix until evenly distributed.

Sprinkle in grated carrots and coconut flakes; stir until well combined.

Season with sugar, salt, black pepper, and vanilla extract; adjust to taste.

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serve cold, garnished with extra fruits or cherries if desired.

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