This retro pistachio salad recipe is bursting with nostalgic.
What Is Pistachio Salad?
Pistachio salad (a.k.a. Watergate salad) is a dessert salad or side dish made with pistachio pudding, canned fruit, whipped topping, and marshmallows. The original recipe was published by General Foods under the title “Pistachio Pineapple Delight.”
Pistachio Salad Ingredients
These are the four ingredients you’ll need to make this easy pistachio salad recipe:
- Canned pineapple: This recipe starts with a drained 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple.
- Pistachio pudding mix: A package of pistachio-flavored instant pudding mix gives the salad its signature flavor and color.
- Whipped topping: A container of thawed frozen whipped topping gives the pistachio salad its fluffy texture.
- Marshmallows: The classic pistachio salad wouldn’t be complete without mini marshmallows.
How to Make Pistachio Salad
Combine the pineapple and pudding mix in a bowl, fold in the whipped topping and marshmallow, and let it sit in the fridge until chilled. That’s all there is to it! Find the full, step-by-step recipe below for detailed instructions.
Can You Make Pistachio Salad Ahead of Time?
Sure! You can make the pistachio salad up to four days in advance. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“Awesome,” says one Allrecipes community member. “I put baked coconut in it and on top! It was beautiful!”
“This is an easy, quick and very good salad,” raves Linda Harrison.
“I have always loved this recipe, but I find it really sweet,” according to tessgin3. “To tone it down a bit, I add a 16-ounce container of cottage cheese.”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams