Description
Watergate Salad is a nostalgic and refreshing dessert that combines the creamy richness of pistachio pudding with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and the crunch of pecans. This easy-to-make, no-bake recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal choice for potlucks, family gatherings, or as a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, Watergate Salad is sure to impress both young and old alike. Serve it in individual cups for a fun presentation or layer it in a trifle dish for an eye-catching centerpiece at your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6.8 ounces instant pistachio pudding
- 16 ounces crushed pineapple in juice
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the instant pistachio pudding and crushed pineapple until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the miniature marshmallows and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Carefully fold in the thawed whipped topping until well blended.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg