Description
Watergate Salad is a classic American no-cook dessert salad that’s creamy, sweet, and packed with a delightful combination of pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and nuts. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for holidays, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping (thawed)
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine pudding and pineapple: In a large mixing bowl, mix the instant pistachio pudding mix with the crushed pineapple including its juice. Stir thoroughly until the pudding mix is completely dissolved and the mixture starts to thicken.
- Add marshmallows and nuts: Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and the chopped walnuts or pecans to add texture and flavor to the salad.
- Fold in whipped topping: Carefully fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined, keeping it light and fluffy.
- Chill the salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set properly.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, if desired, garnish the salad with maraschino cherries for a decorative and tasty finish.
Notes
- For extra texture, you can add shredded coconut or chopped fresh pineapple.
- This salad can be prepared a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
