Description

This Easy Watergate Salad is a delightful no-cook dessert salad combining creamy pistachio pudding, sweet crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, crunchy pecans, and fluffy Cool Whip. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a quick and refreshing treat, it comes together in just minutes and is best served chilled.

Ingredients

3.4 ounces instant pistachio pudding mix
20 ounces canned crushed pineapple, undrained
2 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients and Pineapple: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the dry instant pistachio pudding mix and canned crushed pineapple with its juice. This forms the flavorful base of the salad.
Add Mini Marshmallows and Pecans: Stir in the mini marshmallows and chopped pecans gently to evenly distribute these crunchy and sweet elements throughout the mixture.
Fold in Cool Whip: Carefully fold the thawed Cool Whip into the mixture until everything is well combined, creating a smooth and creamy texture without deflating the whipped topping.
Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the salad to firm up for serving.
Serve: Serve the salad chilled as a refreshing and sweet dessert or side dish.

Notes

Make sure to use thawed Cool Whip for best texture and easier mixing.
For extra crunch, lightly toast the pecans before adding.
This salad tastes even better when chilled overnight.
It’s a great dish to prepare ahead for parties or potlucks.
Can be garnished with additional chopped pecans or maraschino cherries for presentation.