A creamy, vibrant dessert that combines the sweet flavors of pistachio, pineapple, cherry, and fruit cocktail, all enhanced with the fluffiness of mini marshmallows. This chilled treat is perfect for any gathering, offering a unique and refreshing take on a traditional dessert salad.
Ingredients for this Watergate Salad Recipe:
- 2 (3 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (10.5 ounce) package fruit-flavored mini marshmallows
- 1 (8 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
- 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
Directions:
- In a large bowl, whisk the instant pistachio pudding mix with 1½ cups of cold milk. Stir for about 2 minutes until the pudding is thickened.
- Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined, creating a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Add the fruit-flavored mini marshmallows, fruit cocktail, crushed pineapple, and chopped maraschino cherries. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients, making sure everything is well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld together and the dessert firm up.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving, assuming 8 servings):
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 31g
- Protein: 1g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (Chill for 2+ hours)
A quick, colorful Watergate Salad Recipe that’s sure to delight with its tropical flavors and light texture! This dessert is ideal for any occasion and is easy to prepare with just a few ingredients.
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