I notice we play quick and unfastened with the time period “salad” right here within the Midwest typically, however this IS a traditional and I stand by it! Watergate salad is a chilly, dessert-kind salad made with marshmallows and Cool Whip. To me, it’s a staple of any yard BBQ or vacation dinner. I’ve very vivid recollections of this inexperienced, creamy salad on plates beside issues like Thanksgiving turkey or BBQ rooster. Don’t knock it till you strive it!
Some name this Watergate salad recipe by different names like Pistachio Dessert Salad and even Pistachio fluff. The title Watergate salad comes from the truth that this aspect dish has related substances and taste to Watergate cake. And each recipes have been created across the time of, you guessed it, the Watergate scandal.
Related: Next up, strive the traditional Ambrosia salad or Strawberry Pretzel salad for an additional candy aspect dish.
Ingredients
- Pistachio pudding combine
- Crushed pineapple with juice
- Mini marshmallows
- Walnuts – or you need to use different nuts
- Cool Whip – or you need to use recent whipped cream
I prefer to serve this with a number of maraschino cherries on prime nevertheless it’s optionally available.
How to Make Watergate Salad
In a big mixing bowl, add all of the substances.
Gently fold the whole lot collectively, the purpose being to combine nicely however not essentially utterly deflate the Cool Whip. The combination will change into inexperienced from the pudding combine.
Serve chilled. Store any leftovers in an hermetic container within the fridge for a day or two.
Tips for Making
- Watergate salad is finest the day it’s made. And leftovers can change into soggy even when saved nicely after a day or two.
- I normally use common (vanilla?) mini marshmallows for this recipe, however if you wish to add extra fruity flavors you need to use fruity mini marshmallows, just like Ambrosia salad.
- I’ll typically reserve 1/4 cup or so of the Cool Whip so as to add to the highest of this salad for a fairly presentation, nevertheless it’s not crucial.
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A creamy dessert salad made with pistachio pudding combine, Cool Whip and some different substances.
Instructions
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In a big mixing bowl, add all of the substances.
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Gently fold the whole lot collectively, the purpose being to combine nicely however not essentially utterly deflate the Cool Whip. The combination will change into inexperienced from the pudding combine.
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Serve chilled. Store any leftovers in an hermetic container within the fridge for a day or two.
Notes
I normally use common (vanilla?) mini marshmallows for this recipe, however if you wish to add extra fruity flavors you need to use fruity mini marshmallows, just like Ambrosia salad.
I’ll typically reserve 1/4 cup or so of the Cool Whip so as to add to the highest of this salad for a fairly presentation, nevertheless it’s not crucial.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Watergate Salad
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based mostly on a 2000 calorie food regimen.
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