Description
Creamy pistachio salad dances with sweet marshmallows and whipped topping, creating a delightful dessert that sings of summer gatherings. Cool, light, and irresistibly smooth, you will savor each spoonful of this nostalgic treat that brings comfort to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567 grams) pineapple tidbits, undrained
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios or walnuts
Dairy and Dessert Mix:
- 1 carton (16 ounces / 454 grams) whipped topping
- 1 package (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant pistachio pudding mix
- Extra whipped topping for serving (optional)
Coloring:
- 6 to 7 drops green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whip together the pudding mix and fluffy cream until smooth and integrated.
- Introduce vibrant green food coloring to achieve the desired emerald hue, stirring thoroughly to distribute the color evenly.
- Delicately incorporate pillowy marshmallows, using a gentle folding technique to maintain their airy structure.
- Introduce crushed pineapple with its natural juices, blending carefully to ensure uniform distribution throughout the mixture.
- Seal the mixing bowl with a protective plastic membrane, creating an airtight environment.
- Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for a minimum of 120 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set.
- When ready to serve, enhance the presentation by crowning with an additional dollop of whipped cream and sprinkling a handful of crunchy chopped nuts across the surface.
Notes
- Customize color intensity by gradually adding green food coloring, allowing precise shade control for visual appeal.
- Enhance texture by using mini marshmallows for more even distribution and smoother mouthfeel.
- Swap regular whipped topping with dairy-free alternatives like coconut whipped cream for vegan-friendly version.
- Toast chopped nuts before sprinkling to release deeper, richer flavor and add delightful crunch to the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Lunch
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 222
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 177 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg