Watergate Salad (Authentic)

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3

Authentic Watergate Salad recipe for a refreshing and easy dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup miniature marshmallow
	1/2 cup chopped nuts
	1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
	1 package instant pistachio pudding mix
	1 can crushed pineapple in juice , undrained
	1 3/4 cups non-dairy whipped topping , thawed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

267

Sugar

34g

Fat

12g

Watergate Salad is a classic American dish that was popular in the 1970s. Legend has it that the salad was named after the Watergate Hotel in Washington D.C. which was the site of the infamous Watergate scandal. The salad is sometimes referred to as 'Pistachio Delight' or 'Green Fluff' and is made with instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and whipped cream. Despite its humble ingredients, Watergate Salad is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for a summer barbecue or potluck.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the miniature marshmallows, chopped nuts, and sweetened flaked coconut.
2.	Add the instant pistachio pudding mix and crushed pineapple (with juice) to the bowl and mix well.
3.	Gently fold in the non-dairy whipped topping until well combined.
4.	Chill the salad in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This refreshing and sweet salad is easy to prepare and makes for a great summer dessert or potluck dish.

It can be made quickly with just a few ingredients.

CONS

The salad is fairly high in sugar content and should be eaten in moderation.

It may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe does not have many health benefits as it is mostly made of sugar and dairy products.
However, pineapple is a good source of vitamin C and may have anti-inflammatory properties.