Here’s a refreshing and creamy Pistachio Salad recipe—a classic potluck favorite with fluffy whipped texture, fruity sweetness, and nutty crunch! Perfect for holidays, BBQs, or as a side dish.
Classic Pistachio Salad 🥗💚
Prep Time: 10 mins | Chill Time: 2+ hours | Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix (dry, unprepared)
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for crunch)
- 1 cup canned mandarin oranges, drained (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix Pudding & Pineapple
- In a large bowl, stir together dry pudding mix and crushed pineapple (with juice) until combined.
- Fold in Extras
- Gently mix in marshmallows, whipped topping, and nuts (if using).
- Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight).
- Before serving, top with mandarin oranges (if using).
Tips & Variations:
✨ Fluffy Texture: Use thawed frozen whipped topping for best results.
🍍 Tropical Twist: Add ½ cup shredded coconut.
🥜 Extra Crunch: Sprinkle with salted pistachios just before serving.
🍒 Festive Touch: Swirl in maraschino cherries for color.
This no-bake salad is creamy, sweet, and nostalgic—like a cross between fluff and ambrosia salad!
Want a lighter version (sugar-free pudding, Greek yogurt)? Or a savory pistachio salad with greens? Let me know! 😊