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Watergate Salad

A creamy and refreshing dessert combining sweet and tangy flavors with crunchy nuts and fluffy whipped cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package pistachio instant pudding mix 3.4 ounces
  • 1 can crushed pineapple 20 ounces, drained
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup whipped topping like Cool Whip
  • as needed optional maraschino cherries for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the pistachio instant pudding mix and the drained crushed pineapple. Stir well until the pudding mix is fully incorporated.
  2. Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and chopped pecans. Make sure they are well distributed throughout the mixture.
  3. Carefully fold in the whipped topping until everything is combined and has a lovely green hue.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the salad to set.
  5. When ready to serve, give it a gentle stir, and garnish with maraschino cherries on top if desired. Enjoy this light, fluffy salad!

Notes

For a thicker texture, chill your pudding mix and pineapple before starting. If allergic to nuts, consider omitting pecans or substituting with sunflower seeds. You can experiment with flavors by adding coconut flakes or almond extract.