Best 15 Watergate Salad Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in the refreshing and nostalgic flavors of Watergate Salad, a classic dessert that has captivated hearts and palates for generations. This iconic salad is a symphony of creamy textures and vibrant flavors that come together in perfect harmony. Prepare to embark on a journey of culinary delight as we delve into the best recipes for Watergate Salad, ensuring that you create a dessert that will become a cherished favorite among your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WATERGATE SALAD



Watergate Salad image

This chilly delight is an American classic.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows, and nuts. Fold in whipped topping. Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 179.6 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

WATERGATE SALAD



Watergate Salad image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (3.4 ounces) JELL-O® Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1-3/4 cups thawed Cool Whip® Whipped Topping

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pudding mix, pineapple, marshmallows and pecans until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY WATERGATE SALAD



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Easiest recipe on the planet and it tastes awesome. I love this at Easter, but it could great any time of the year.

Provided by sandysue

Categories     Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice (such as Dole®), undrained
1 cup miniature marshmallows (such as Kraft® Jet-Puffed)
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix (such as Jell-O®)
½ cup chopped pecans (such as Planters®)
1 ½ cups frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, marshmallows, pudding mix, and pecans together in a bowl; fold in whipped topping. Refrigerate salad until chilled and thickened, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 183.4 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

WATERGATE SALAD FROM DOLE®



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This dessert salad with a pistachio pudding base contains crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, pecans, and whipped topping.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole Pineapple

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (4 serving size) package instant pistachio flavor pudding mix
1 (20 ounce) can DOLE® Crushed Pineapple, undrained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup chopped pecans
1 ½ cups thawed whipped topping

Steps:

  • Mix dry pudding mix, crushed pineapple, marshmallows and pecans in large bowl until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping; cover.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 188.5 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

MANDARIN ORANGE WATERGATE SALAD



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Mandarin oranges and maraschino cherries give this creamy Watergate salad a burst of color and flavor perfect for the holiday table.

Provided by ATREVINO02

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Orange Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (16 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 (8 ounce) containers whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®)
1 ½ (10.5 ounce) packages miniature marshmallows
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, sliced
½ (3.5 ounce) package shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, mandarin oranges, whipped topping, marshmallows, cherries, and coconut together in a bowl. Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours for flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 87.6 mg, Sugar 46.8 g

PINEAPPLE PISTACHIO DESSERT (WATERGATE SALAD)



Pineapple Pistachio Dessert (watergate salad) image

I got this recipe from Aunt Pat around 35 Years ago , Its really good and Sooo easy to make !

Provided by Karla Everett

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

18 oz of canned crushed pineapple
1 box pistachio instant pudding mix (3oz.)
6 oz cool whip ; or more if desired
3 c marshmallows, mini

Steps:

  • 1. Pour pineapple and juice in a med bowl ; add the dry pudding mix and mix well.
  • 2. Add the cool whip and marshmallows.
  • 3. Garnish with cherries.
  • 4. Chill until serving.

WATERGATE SALAD WITH COCONUT



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Cool and creamy, great for summer and holidays. Kids love to make and eat this! HINT: Have them decorate the top with cherries and coconut to look like a face!

Provided by lily

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pudding mix and pineapple; mix well. Add marshmallows and 3/4 of the container of dessert topping (add more to get a creamier consistency). Toss in the coconut; mix well. Transfer to a serving dish and top with halved cherries and any extra coconut. Chill for at least an hour before serving. Will be good the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Carbohydrate 61.3 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 262.8 mg, Sugar 40.5 g

WATERGATE SALAD



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This recipe is different from, and more detailed than, any of the others on this site. (The "Cook" time is really the "Refrigerate" time.)

Provided by Ozma3706

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice, undrained
1 cup miniature marshmallow
1/2 cup chopped nuts
2 cups thawed non-dairy whipped topping

Steps:

  • STIR pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows and nuts in large bowl until well blended.
  • GENTLY stir in whipped topping.
  • REFRIGERATE 1 hour or until ready to serve.
  • Garnish as desired.

HAWAIIAN-INSPIRED WATERGATE SALAD



Hawaiian-Inspired Watergate Salad image

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

1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
¼ cup instant vanilla pudding mix
2 teaspoons instant banana pudding mix, or to taste
3 cups miniature marshmallows
1 banana, sliced, or more to taste

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

AUTHENTIC WATERGATE SALAD



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There are a lot of different versions of this recipe out there, but this is the original recipe from The Watergate Hotel where the recipe originated. This will take you right back to your childhood! Just as creamy and delicious as you remembered it to be! Grab a spoon and enjoy! (photo from bing images)

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (4 oz.) box pistachio instant pudding mix
1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple with juice, undrained
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 3/4 cups cool whip, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Stir pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows and nuts in a large bowl until well blended. Gently fold in cool whip. Refrigerate at least one hour or until ready to serve.

WATERGATE SALAD (DIABETIC VERSION)



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this is the full flavor recipe I also have a sugar free,low fat,recipe posted.Both are delicacies. These two watergate salad are from Jello.

Provided by Judith Smith

Categories     Puddings

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 c miniatures marshmallows
1 pkg (3.4oz) jello pistachio favor instant sugar free pudding
1 can(s) (20 oz) crushed pinapple in juice,undrained
1/2 c chopped pecans
1 1/2 c thawed cool whip sugar free topping

Steps:

  • 1. mix dry pudding and pinapple together then fold in marshallows and nuts in large bowl.
  • 2. stir in thawed Cool Whip .Refrigerate 1 hour

WATERGATE SALAD



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My youngest son, LOVES this salad. I grew up on it and so did my dad, its just yet another one of those salads you will see at my Father's side of the family for dinners and holidays.. :) Yet an refreshing salad for summer too :) Enjoy

Provided by Elizabeth Lancaster

Categories     Fruit Sides

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg (3oz) instant pistachio pudding
1 can(s) 15 or 20 oz crushed pineapple (drained)
2 c mini marshmallows
1 pkg ( 9oz) cool whip
1/2 c pecan nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the pudding(careful not to over mix the whipped cream) into the whipped cream and add remaining ingredients, cover and refrigerate. Enjoy!

WATERGATE SALAD



Watergate Salad image

This classic Watergate Salad is a fresh blast from the past with crushed pineapple, pistachio pudding, pistachio nuts, mini marshmallows, and fresh whipped cream. This unique yet delicious salad is always a hit at potlucks, family reunions, holidays, and parties. It is the perfect side for those fresh grilled spring and summer...

Provided by Beth Pierce

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c heavy whipping cream
3 Tbsp powdered sugar
1 box instant pistachio pudding mix
1 can(s) crushed pineapple
1/2 c chopped pistachio nuts (plus more for garnish)
1 1/2 c mini marshmallows
maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. Chill bowl and beaters for whipping cream. Add the whipped cream and powdered sugar to the bowl. Beat on high until medium to stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  • 2. In a large bowl stir together the dry pudding mix with the crushed pineapple. Stir in the pistachio nuts and mini marshmallows. Fold in 2 cups whipped cream. Finally cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with the extra whipped cream, chopped pistachio nuts, and maraschino cherries.

FAMILY TRADITION WATERGATE SALAD



Family Tradition Watergate Salad image

In my family, we have this every time there's any type of get-together. The large bowl is always finished off and finally I asked my great Aunt how she does it. Here's her secret!

Provided by Bwendler

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) containers whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®)
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, most of juice drained
½ (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows, or more as needed
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
2 (3 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix

Steps:

  • Gently combine whipped topping, pineapple with a little juice, marshmallows, cherries, and pudding mix in a large bowl until mixture is fluffy and thoroughly combined. Add more marshmallows if salad isn't fluffy enough. Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 210.2 mg, Sugar 26.7 g

WATERGATE SALAD



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It is so easy to fix it. I love watergate salad. My grandmother used to make them alot of times and when I was a kid and saw her how to make it and I tried to taste it and oh it is so delicious and tasty.

Provided by Lisa Johnson

Categories     Fruit Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 20 oz can crushed pineapple (juice and all)
1 c mini marshmallows
1 c chopped pecans
1 small box instant pistachio pudding
1 8 oz cool whip

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together well. Chill before serving. If the salad is a little thick, it can be thinned with a bit of milk.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh fruits will give your Watergate salad the best flavor. If you can, buy organic fruit whenever possible.
  • Chill your ingredients before assembling the salad: This will help the salad stay cold and refreshing.
  • Use a light hand when adding the whipped topping: You don't want the salad to be too heavy or rich.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh mint or chopped nuts: This will add a nice pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Watergate salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

Watergate salad is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, a picnic, or a family gathering, Watergate salad is sure to be a hit.

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