watergate salad
Watergate Salad is a classic dessert that first gained popularity in the 1970s, known for its unique combination of flavors and vibrant green hue. This delightful salad is a sweet blend of whipped topping, creamy pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, and chopped nuts, typically walnuts or pecans. The combination of these ingredients creates a fluffy, light dish that is perfect for serving at potlucks, holiday gatherings, or casual family dinners.
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RECIPE
Ingredients
- 3.4 OZ. PACKAGE PISTACHIO PUDDING MIX
- 20 OZ. CAN CRUSHED PINEAPPLE
- 1/4 TEASPOON SALT
- 1/2 CUP SOUR CREAM (OPTIONAL)
- 10 OZ. BAG MINI MARSHMALLOWS
- 1/2 CUP CHOPPED PECANS (toasting is optional)
- 10 MARASCHINO CHERRIES (CHOPPED)
- 9 OZ. COOL-WHIP TOPPING
- IMPORTANT: Use only the larger pieces of the pecans and do not put the tiny crumble in the salad, because they make the salad look and taste too much like burnt pecans. This is because the tiny pieces get too dark when baking. Toast at 350 degrees for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the pudding, pineapple, salt, and sour cream. Mix well. Add 1/2 bag of the marshmallows, pecans, cherries, and cool whip topping and mix well. Put into a serving dish & garnish with chopped pecans and a few whole cherries! It is best to make this a day ahead and serve cold! Enjoy this delicious light salad and keep leftovers refrigerated.
“You can’t have a family reunion in the South without this being on the table. I used to wonder why the old people loved it so much. Now I’m older and can understand why they did.”-Tammy
