Description
Easy Watergate Salad is a delightful, no-cook dessert salad made with instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, pecans, and whipped topping. It’s a quick and refreshing treat perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a simple sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3.4 ounce package instant pistachio pudding mix
- 20 ounce can crushed pineapple, not drained
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the dry instant pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple with juice, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans thoroughly.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Chill the salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Watergate Salad until ready to serve, allowing it to chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For added texture, you can lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the salad.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, consider adding a tablespoon of sugar or honey to the mixture.
- This salad can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
- Use fat-free or low-fat whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Always fold the Cool Whip gently to maintain its light and fluffy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
