Description
Watergate Salad is a classic, fluffy dessert salad made with instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, whipped topping, miniature marshmallows, and crunchy pecans. This sweet, creamy treat is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or an easy mid-week dessert that requires no baking and minimal prep.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 can crushed pineapple (20 ounces, undrained)
- 2 packages instant pistachio pudding mix (3.4 ounces each)
- 16 ounces frozen whipped topping (thawed)
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- 3/4 cup pecans
Instructions
- Combine Pineapple and Pudding Mix: In a large bowl, stir together the canned crushed pineapple (with its juice) and the instant pistachio pudding mixes until fully combined and smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is evenly blended with no visible streaks remaining, ensuring a fluffy texture.
- Add Marshmallows and Pecans: Fold in the miniature marshmallows and pecans carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the salad without deflating the mixture.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set properly before serving.
Notes
- Watergate salad is also known as pistachio fluff, pistachio delight, or green stuff because of its signature pistachio flavor and color.
- Chilling for a few hours is essential to let the pudding set and the flavors develop fully.
- This salad is ideal for potlucks, picnics, and quick desserts that require no cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 162 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 204 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
