Description
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Watergate Salad, a delightful dessert that combines fluffy whipped cream, crunchy pistachios, and sweet pineapple. This colorful salad is perfect for any gathering, bringing joy and smiles with every bite. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that evokes cherished memories of family picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (thawed)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the pistachio pudding mix with crushed pineapple until well combined.
- Gently fold in mini marshmallows and whipped topping until creamy.
- Add chopped nuts if using, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries or additional nuts as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg