Description
A retro favorite! Creamy Watergate Salad with pistachio pudding, pineapple, marshmallows, nuts, and whipped topping—perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
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1 (3.4-ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
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1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple (with juice)
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1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows, divided
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¾ cup chopped walnuts, divided
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1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip, thawed
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Maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Mix crushed pineapple (with juice) and pistachio pudding in a large bowl.
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Add Cool Whip and mix until fluffy.
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Fold in 2 cups mini marshmallows and ½ cup walnuts.
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Chill for at least 1 hour.
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Garnish with remaining marshmallows, walnuts, and cherries before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the walnuts before adding.
- Best served cold and made a few hours ahead for flavors to meld.
- Can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes + Chill Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American