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Watergate Salad in glass cup with whipped cream and a Maraschino cherry
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Watergate Salad

This Watergate Salad is a classic old-school recipe that comes together in just 5 minutes by combining fruit, nuts, and whipped topping.
Prep Time5 minutes
Chill1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pistachio fluff, watergate salad, watergate salad recipe
Servings: 4 (1 cup each)

Ingredients

  • 20 ounce can crushed pineapple in 100% juice (do not drain)
  • 3.4 ounce packet pistachio instant pudding mix
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup Maraschino cherries , blotted dry, stem removed, sliced in half
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip , thawed
  • Maraschino cherries , for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and pudding powder; mix until combined and smooth.
  • Stir in the marshmallows, walnuts, and maraschino cherries.
  • Fold in the Cool Whip until incorporated.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight.)
  • Serve in dessert cups with a dollop of whipped topping, chopped nuts, and 1 whole Maraschino cherry.

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Nutrition

Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 71g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg