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Watergate Salad

Watergate salad is an old-fashioned creamy and delicious dessert salad that makes for the ultimate sweet summer dish to pass! Ready in 5-minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 boxes pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 large can crushed pineapple undrained
  • 12 ounces whipped topping
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans
  • 1.5 cups white mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup shredded coconut optional

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, mix crushed pineapple (undrained) and pistachio pudding mix until the pudding mix has completely dissolved and the mixture is thick.
  2. Stir in the chopped pecans, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut (if using).
  3. Gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is well combined.
  4. Transfer the Watergate Salad to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra chopped pecans and maraschino cherries, if desired.

Notes

This Watergate Salad is best served chilled. It's a perfect make-ahead dessert for picnics, potlucks, or holidays.