Watergate Salad

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 0

refrigerator cooling time: 1

Total Time: 1 10

Servings:

Calories: 134kcal

This classic Watergate Salad is a creamy, fluffy combination of pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, whipped topping, and pecans. It's an easy no-bake favorite that's perfect for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.

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Ingredients

20 oz crushed pineapple 1 can, use the juice too
1 box pistachio instant pudding & pie filling mix 4-serving size (dry)
¾ cup miniature marshmallows
2 cups Non dairy whipped topping such as Cool Whip
⅓ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pineapple with its juice, pistachio instant pudding mix, and miniature marshmallows. Stir until well combined.
Gently fold in the whipped topping until evenly incorporated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days.
When ready to serve, gently stir in the chopped pecans.
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve chilled.
Refrigerate any leftovers promptly.

Notes

Storage: Keep Watergate Salad refrigerated and use within 3 days for the best quality.

Freezing: Watergate Salad can be frozen, but the texture is best when it has never been frozen. For the creamiest, fluffiest result, make it fresh and keep it refrigerated.

Want to make Ambrosia? Ambrosia is a similar fruit-and-cream dessert that typically contains a wider variety of fruit. To turn this recipe into an Ambrosia-style salad, try adding grapes, oranges, strawberries, cherries, or bananas. Shredded coconut is also a traditional addition.

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