This creamy, fluffy Watergate Salad blends pistachio pudding, pineapple, whipped topping, and marshmallows for a sweet, retro dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to love.
Author:Andrew
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:Serves 6-8 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 (3.4-ounce) box instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1½ cups mini marshmallows
1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping, thawed
½ cup chopped pecans
Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with juice) and pistachio pudding mix. Stir until well blended and uniformly green.
Gently fold in the whipped topping, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans until the mixture is fluffy and well combined.
Transfer to a serving dish or individual cups if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries and extra pecans if using.