Description
A nostalgic fruit salad that combines creamy pistachio pudding with juicy pineapple, crunchy pecans, and fluffy mini marshmallows for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can crushed pineapple (undrained)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 cup maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by taking a large bowl; combine the pistachio pudding mix and the crushed pineapple, juices included.
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, carefully preserving the airy texture of the whipped topping.
- Add in the whipped topping now, blending until seamlessly incorporated.
- Sprinkle in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, add in the optional maraschino cherries.
- Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Finally, serve it up in a lovely bowl or individual cups.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Preparing the salad a few hours in advance enhances flavors. Customize by adding fresh fruits or using sugar-free ingredients for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Watergate Fruit Salad, dessert, fruit salad, vintage recipes, party food