Watergate Salad with Coconut

Watergate Salad with Coconut
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    262

A delightful, fluffy confection that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This classic Watergate Salad gets a tropical twist with coconut, creating a refreshing dessert or side dish perfect for potlucks and celebrations. Get ready for smiles!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    61 g
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    263 mg
  • Sugar
    41 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pistachio pudding mix and drained crushed pineapple until well combined. Ensure there are no lumps. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View Gently fold in the miniature marshmallows and approximately 3/4 of the thawed whipped topping. Add more whipped topping, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired creamy consistency. (Mixing time: ~3 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Incorporate the 1/2 cup of flaked coconut into the mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed. (Mixing time: ~2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Transfer the salad to a decorative serving dish. Arrange the halved maraschino cherries attractively on top, and sprinkle with additional flaked coconut for garnish. (Assembly time: ~5 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. (Chilling time: ~60 minutes+)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts.
If you're short on time, you can use a store-bought whipped cream instead of whipped topping, but the texture may be slightly different.
Feel free to experiment with other fruits, such as mandarin oranges or chopped strawberries.
To prevent the salad from becoming too watery, make sure the crushed pineapple is thoroughly drained.
For a festive touch, use green-colored coconut flakes for garnish.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 87 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Albin Hansen

    I made this for a summer barbecue, and it was gone in minutes! Everyone raved about it.

  • Cristopher Konopelski

    This recipe is so easy and always a hit! I love how customizable it is.

  • Amie Runolfsson

    The coconut adds a wonderful tropical flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Dino Ritchie

    I added a splash of pineapple juice for extra sweetness, and it was delicious!

  • Ima Cronin

    My kids adore this salad! It's the perfect way to get them involved in the kitchen.

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