Fresh Ambrosia Salad

Ambrosia is such a classic holiday dish—but it's also a little much.

The tiny marshmallows, globs of whipped cream, and can after can of syrup-soaked artificially colored fruit puts it firmly in the dessert category—and there are much more fun Christmas desserts to be had out there.

If you're craving a holiday fruit salad that's plenty sweet, but much fresher tasting, try this take on Ambrosia. It's still simple to make, but the combo of toasted coconut strips, fresh fruit and mint, and a touch of rum makes for a grownup flavor that's all yum.