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Watergate Salad

Watergate Salad

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Watergate Salad recipe is a creamy, fluffy, and refreshing dessert combining sweet pineapple chunks, crunchy pistachios, and a light whipped plant-based topping. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or any occasion, this vibrant salad offers a balanced sweet and nutty flavor with an airy texture that delights every time.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (about 20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 cup instant whipped plant-based topping
  • 1 cup plant-based mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Drain the canned pineapple chunks thoroughly to avoid excess liquid. Finely chop the pistachios to ensure even distribution throughout the salad. Measure out the instant pistachio pudding mix and plant-based mini marshmallows for easy assembly.
  2. Mix the Pudding Base: In a large bowl, whisk the instant pistachio pudding mix with about 1 cup of water or grape juice until it thickens slightly, forming a creamy base for the salad.
  3. Fold in the Whipped Plant-Based Topping: Gently fold the instant whipped plant-based topping into the pudding mixture until fully combined, maintaining the airy texture without deflating the mixture.
  4. Add Pineapple, Marshmallows, and Nuts: Carefully stir in the drained pineapple chunks, plant-based mini marshmallows, and chopped pistachios, distributing them evenly without breaking them apart.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the texture to firm up nicely.

Notes

  • Use fresh, cold ingredients including chilled pineapple and whipped topping for a cool and refreshing salad.
  • Drain pineapple well to prevent sogginess.
  • Fold ingredients gently to maintain the fluffy texture.
  • Add pistachios last to preserve their crunchiness.
  • Chill adequately to let pudding set and flavors blend beautifully.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Watergate Salad, pistachio salad, plant-based dessert, creamy fruit salad, easy potluck dessert

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/watergate-salad/