Watergate Salad
A delightful and nostalgic dessert that combines creamy, nutty, and fruity flavors in a vibrant green treat, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix and crushed pineapple. Stir until it’s a beautiful green hue and well blended.
- Add the Fun Ingredients: Add the miniature marshmallows, whipped topping, and the chopped nuts. Gently mix everything together until combined, making sure the marshmallows are nicely distributed throughout.
- Chill to Perfection: Transfer the combined mixture into a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. This step is key as it allows all those flavors to meld beautifully.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, feel free to garnish with Maraschino cherries for that extra pop of color. Now you’re ready for smiles all around!
Notes
Make ahead a day in advance for convenience. Substitute pudding mix flavors for variety. For a nut-free version, replace nuts with sunflower seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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