Description
Watergate salad is a nostalgic dessert salad that blends creamy pistachio pudding with sweet pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and crunchy pecans. This delightful dish is perfect for gatherings, bringing a taste of childhood memories to any picnic or potluck. Easy to make and visually appealing with its vibrant green hue, Watergate salad is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box pistachio pudding mix
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- ¼ cup coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the pistachio pudding with the drained canned pineapple until well blended.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
- Add the mini marshmallows and chopped pecans, folding them into the mixture without crushing.
- If using, fold in the coconut flakes for added flavor.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg