Easy 5-Ingredient Watergate Salad

Watergate Salad is a classic American dessert that’s been loved for decades. This vibrant, fluffy, and delightfully green dish is a retro favorite that combines pistachio pudding, whipped topping, and fruit for a refreshing, light treat. Plus, with only five ingredients, it comes together in minutes!

Whether you’re preparing for a family gathering or just craving something sweet, this no-bake dessert will bring a smile to everyone’s face.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Super Simple – Only five ingredients and no baking required.
Quick to Make – Ready in under 10 minutes!
Light and Fluffy – Perfectly creamy with a delightful crunch from nuts.
Crowd Pleaser – A guaranteed hit at every event.

Ingredients:

1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix 🌿
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (with juice) 🍍
1 cup mini marshmallows ☁️
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed 🍦
½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts 🌰

Optional Garnishes:

Maraschino cherries 🍒
Shredded coconut 🥥

Instructions:

Step 1: Mix the Base

1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, pour the instant pistachio pudding mix.
2️⃣ Add the entire can of crushed pineapple, including the juice (don’t drain it!).
3️⃣ Stir until the pudding mix dissolves completely and starts to thicken slightly.

Step 2: Fold in the Fluff

1️⃣ Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light, fluffy, and evenly combined.
2️⃣ Add the mini marshmallows and chopped pecans (or walnuts). Stir to distribute them evenly throughout the salad.

Step 3: Chill

1️⃣ Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up.

Easy 5-ingredient Watergate Salad