Description
A creamy and delightful pistachio salad that’s perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix with the crushed pineapple (including juice) and stir until well combined.
- Fold in the mini marshmallows, chopped walnuts or pecans, sweetened shredded coconut, and chopped maraschino cherries.
- Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until everything is evenly incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and salad to thicken.
- Before serving, sprinkle with shelled pistachios for garnish if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use sugar-free pudding mix and light whipped topping.
- This salad is best served chilled and can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg