Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad, a no-bake treat bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make dessert salad combines instant pistachio pudding mix, juicy crushed pineapple, and airy whipped topping for a luscious base that's perfectly balanced by the tender chew of mini marshmallows and sweet mandarin oranges. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's a crowd-pleasing dish ideal for potlucks, holidays, or casual gatherings. Garnish with chopped pistachios and maraschino cherries for an extra pop of color and crunch. Whether served as a side dish or a light dessert, this retro classic is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.4 oz Instant pistachio pudding mix
- 20 oz Crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 8 oz Whipped topping (thawed)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 11 oz Mandarin oranges (drained)
- 0.25 cup Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
- Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, pour in the entire package of instant pistachio pudding mix.
Add the entire can of crushed pineapple along with its juice to the bowl. Stir until the pudding mix is fully dissolved and combined with the pineapple.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping gently to maintain its fluffy texture.
Add the mini marshmallows and fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.
Carefully fold in the drained mandarin oranges, being cautious not to break them apart too much.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow it to chill and let the flavors meld.
Just before serving, sprinkle the top with chopped pistachios and add maraschino cherries for garnish, if desired.
Serve cold as a side dish or a light dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 353.3 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1185 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
