Description
The Traditional Watergate Fruit Salad with Pistachios is a delightful, no-bake dessert salad that combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and fluffy marshmallows.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 6 to 8 maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, start by mixing the instant pistachio pudding mix with the crushed pineapple, including all the juice.
- Next, take your thawed whipped topping and fold it into the pistachio and pineapple mixture.
- Now it’s time to stir in the mini marshmallows and your optional chopped nuts.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let your salad chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
Notes
Chilling the salad for longer enhances the flavors and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 2 g