Description
Watergate Salad is a delightful and nostalgic dessert that combines fluffy mini marshmallows, creamy pistachio pudding, and refreshing crushed pineapple. Topped with crunchy pecans and bright maraschino cherries, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for family gatherings or as a sweet snack while binge-watching your favorite show. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, Watergate Salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined.
- Stir in the drained pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give it a gentle stir and transfer to serving dishes. Top with maraschino cherries and reserved pecans for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg