Description
A classic Watergate salad made with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and pecans. This creamy, sweet dessert is quick to prepare and perfect for parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the pistachio pudding mix and crushed pineapple (with juice). Stir well.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully blended.
- Gently mix in the marshmallows and chopped pecans.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For extra texture, add shredded coconut.
- Substitute walnuts for pecans if preferred.
- Best served chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Watergate salad, pistachio pudding, easy dessert, potluck recipe