Cindy's Pistachio Salad

Bright, creamy, and delightfully nostalgic, Cindy's Pistachio Salad is the perfect no-bake dessert or side dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or weeknight treats. Combining the nutty flavor of instant pistachio pudding mix with sweet, tangy crushed pineapple (juice and all), this "Watergate salad"-inspired recipe gets an extra dose of fun from fluffy whipped topping, mini marshmallows, and a crunchy burst of chopped pistachios. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, it's an effortless crowd-pleaser that’s ready to chill while you take care of other tasks. Serve it cold and top it with vibrant maraschino cherries for a playful, retro touch that’s sure to delight all ages!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

3.4 oz Instant pistachio pudding mix
20 oz Crushed pineapple (with juice)
2 cups Mini marshmallows
8 oz Whipped topping (thawed)
0.5 cups Chopped pistachios
0.25 cups Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, pour the instant pistachio pudding mix.

Step 2

Add the entire can of crushed pineapple, including the juice, to the bowl. Stir until the pudding mix is completely dissolved and well combined with the pineapple.

Step 3

Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the mini marshmallows to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the chopped pistachios and fold gently to combine.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.

Step 7

Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries on top, if desired.

Step 8

Serve cold as a dessert or side dish and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1833.0

Total Fat 56.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1337.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 236.6g
Protein 15.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 139.6mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1251.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.8%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 69.8%