Description
This Easy Watergate Salad Recipe is a creamy, dreamy retro dessert made in just minutes with instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, chopped pecans, and whipped topping. A no-bake classic perfect for holidays, potlucks, or quick weeknight treats. It’s light, fluffy, and packed with nostalgic flavor!
Ingredients
- 3.4 ounce package instant pistachio pudding mix
20 ounce can crushed pineapple (with juice)
2 cups mini marshmallows
½ cup pecans, chopped
8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the dry pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans.
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Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until the mixture is fully combined and fluffy.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.
Notes
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For extra crunch, top with additional chopped pecans or maraschino cherries before serving.
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Can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
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Substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.
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Best served cold; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg