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watergate salad in a bowl topped with cherries and marshmallows

Watergate Salad

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Servings 8
Prep: 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
Chopped nuts, pineapple and marshmallows make the perfect combination when coated in a creamy, light pistachio whip.

Ingredients
 

  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  • 20 oz canned crushed pineapple (with juice, undrained)
  • 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 8 oz frozen whipped topping (thawed)
  • maraschino cherries (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Grab a large mixing bowl. To the bowl, add the pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple and the juice, marshmallows, chopped walnuts and pecans.
  • Mix everything together until evenly combined.
  • Add the whipped topping to the salad mixture.
  • Fold in the whipped cream until everything is evenly combined. Allow the salad to sit in the fridge, covered, for about an hour until chilled. Take out of the fridge and serve it garnished with some whipped cream, nuts, and maraschino cherries!

Notes

Storage - Store the leftover Watergate Salad in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Stir to combine before eating again, some of the ingredients may separate.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 207mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 2gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg

The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.

Course Appetizer, Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American