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old fashioned watergate salad

Old Fashioned Watergate Salad (Easy Pistachio Pineapple Fluff)

Easy old fashioned Watergate salad recipe with pistachio pudding, pineapple, marshmallows and whipped topping. Fluffy, no-bake, perfect for potlucks.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Medium-sized mixing bowl
  • 1 can opener
  • 1 Mixing spoon
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Mini chopper or food processor optional

Ingredients
  

  • 1 20-ounce can Crushed pineapple or pineapple chunks I prefer the pineapple chunks for ease of draining the juice.
  • 1 3.5-ounce box Instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 8-ounce container whipped topping
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup chopped nuts optional

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine the dry pudding mix and 4 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice. Stir well to make a soft paste.
  • Add the drained pineapple, whipped topping, marshmallows, and nuts (if using).
  • Mix until fluffy.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Keyword desserts, easy recipes, Jello, salads