Pistachio Pudding Salad
Creamy, dreamy, and delightfully retro, Pistachio Pudding Salad is a no-bake treat that’s as easy as it is delicious! This fluff-style dessert combines the rich nuttiness of instant pistachio pudding mix with the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple and the playful texture of mini marshmallows. Folded together with velvety whipped topping and crunchy chopped pistachios, this pastel-green crowd-pleaser comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for last-minute gatherings, backyard barbecues, or holiday spreads. Serve it chilled and topped with maraschino cherries for a pop of color and a hint of nostalgia. Whether it’s enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet side dish, this pistachio salad is sure to steal the spotlight at any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package (3.4 oz) Instant pistachio pudding mix
- 20 oz (1 can) Crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 8 oz (1 container) Whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 cup Chopped pistachios
- 8 cherries Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix and the entire can of crushed pineapple (including the juice). Stir well until the pudding mix is dissolved and the mixture is evenly combined.
Fold in the mini marshmallows and whipped topping. Continue to mix gently until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the salad takes on a light, fluffy consistency.
Stir in the chopped pistachios, reserving a small handful for garnish if desired.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and smooth the top.
Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Before serving, garnish with the reserved chopped pistachios and maraschino cherries for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Serve chilled as a dessert or a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.1 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1300 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.7 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1418 mg | 30% | |
*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.
