Are you looking for a refreshing and delicious dish to enjoy on a warm summer day? Look no further than Hawaiian-inspired Watergate salad. This classic 1970's dessert salad has been given a tropical twist with the addition of pineapple, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It's a party favorite that is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this delectable combination of flavors and textures!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HAWAIIAN SALAD
To add a refreshing spark to any meal, try this tempting salad with tropical flair. A few simple ingredients are easily combined to make a memorable salad. We always empty the bowl. -Lisa Andis, Morristown, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. In a large bowl, combine the greens, pineapple and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
OLD-FASHIONED WATERGATE SALAD RECIPE
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Make sure that pineapple is drained first.
- Stir to fold ingredients together so that pudding dissolves completely and the nuts and marshmallows are evenly distributed.
- I recommend covering and placing in the fridge to chill for 30 minutes to an hour -- I think it gives the flavors a little extra time to meld together. However, you can serve immediately if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 219 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 32 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HAWAIIAN-INSPIRED WATERGATE SALAD
Similar to a Watergate salad, with some of the ingredients changed.
Provided by Dal
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix whipped topping, crushed pineapple with juice, vanilla pudding mix, and banana pudding mix together in a mixing bowl. Add more banana pudding mix until desired flavor is reached. Stir in marshmallows. Serve with sliced banana on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 73.7 mg, Sugar 14.5 g
CHRIS'S HAWAIIAN FLUFF SALAD
Hawaiian dessert salad full of fruit and fluff.
Provided by Chris Thorne
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix whipped topping, sour cream, pudding mix, and food coloring together in a large bowl until combined. Add fruit cocktail, pineapple, marshmallows, mandarin oranges, strawberries, and banana and mix well.
- Chill for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.3 calories, Carbohydrate 70.8 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 346.6 mg, Sugar 56.6 g
HAWAIIAN AMBROSIA SALAD
Make and share this Hawaiian Ambrosia Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tonkcats
Categories Candy
Time P1DT10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain fruit well.
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Be sure fruit is well drained or Ambrosia will be mushy.
HAWAIIAN FRUIT SALAD
A simple dressing made with flavored yogurt coats this refreshing combination of fresh and canned fruit. It looks spectacular when presented in a pineapple boat and sprinkled with toasted coconut.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stand the pineapple upright and vertically cut a third from one side, leaving the leaves attached. Set cut piece aside. Using a paring or grapefruit knife, remove strips of pineapple from large section, leaving a 1/2-in. shell; discard core. Cut strips into bite-size chunks. Invert shell onto paper towels to drain. , Remove fruit from the small pineapple piece and cut into chunks; discard peel. Place shell in a serving basket or bowl., In another bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, oranges, strawberries and grapes. Combine the yogurt, 1/4 cup coconut and extract; spoon over fruit and stir gently. Spoon into pineapple shell. Sprinkle with remaining coconut.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
AUTHENTIC WATERGATE SALAD
I checked all the other recipes here, and each one is a little different in one way or another. THIS is the real deal. I got the recipe from the chef at the Watergate Hotel in Washington, DC where the recipe originated. If you want the same one served there that was made famous there....this is it.
Provided by The Big Cheese
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows and nuts in a large bowl until well blended.
- Gently stir in whipped topping.
- Refrigerate one hour or until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 67.1, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 18, Protein 2.1
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple. Fresh pineapple is the best way to get the most flavor out of your Watergate salad. If you can't find fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well.
- Don't overcook the pudding. The pudding should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, but it shouldn't be too thick or it will be difficult to stir into the salad.
- Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and make the salad more refreshing.
- Garnish the salad with chopped nuts or whipped cream. This will add a nice finishing touch and make the salad more festive.
Conclusion:
Watergate salad is a classic Hawaiian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. So next time you're looking for a new salad to try, give Watergate salad a try. You won't be disappointed.
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