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Watergate Salad: Discover the flavorful Secret Recipe!

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Watergate Salad is a sweet, fluffy dessert salad made with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and whipped topping, often garnished with chopped nuts.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix and drained crushed pineapple. Stir until well blended.
  2. Add the mini marshmallows and whipped topping to the mixture. Gently fold until everything is combined.
  3. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled as a dessert or side dish.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, you can use low-fat pudding mix and whipped topping.
  • Feel free to customize by adding different fruits or nuts according to your preference.
  • This salad can be made a day ahead for better flavor development.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg