Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad

Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad, a no-bake treat bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make dessert salad combines instant pistachio pudding mix, juicy crushed pineapple, and airy whipped topping for a luscious base that's perfectly balanced by the tender chew of mini marshmallows and sweet mandarin oranges. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's a crowd-pleasing dish ideal for potlucks, holidays, or casual gatherings. Garnish with chopped pistachios and maraschino cherries for an extra pop of color and crunch. Whether served as a side dish or a light dessert, this retro classic is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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)
• 8 oz Whipped topping (thawed)
• 2 cups Mini marshmallows
• 11 oz Mandarin oranges (drained)
• 0.25 cup Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
• 0 Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, pour in the entire package of instant pistachio pudding mix.

Step 2

Add the entire can of crushed pineapple along with its juice to the bowl. Stir until the pudding mix is fully dissolved and combined with the pineapple.

Step 3

Fold in the thawed whipped topping gently to maintain its fluffy texture.

Step 4

Add the mini marshmallows and fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Carefully fold in the drained mandarin oranges, being cautious not to break them apart too much.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Just before serving, sprinkle the top with chopped pistachios and add maraschino cherries for garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Serve cold as a side dish or a light dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1352.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1758.6

Total Fat 40.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1357.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 257.5g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.8mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1184.6mg	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: 20.2%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 77.6%