Watergate Jello Salad

Prep: 15 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Watergate Jello Salad is a nostalgic, vibrant dessert combining pistachio flavor with the sweetness of pineapple, fruit cocktail, and marshmallows. Topped with coconut flakes and chopped nuts, it offers a delightful mix of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures, perfect for family gatherings and festive occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large can crushed pineapple
  • 9 oz Cool Whip
  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 can fruit cocktail, drained
  • coconut flakes
  • chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, add the crushed pineapple (including juice) and the instant pistachio pudding; mix well.
  2. Add the drained fruit cocktail and mini marshmallows to the mixture.
  3. Fold in the Cool Whip until well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a pretty glass bowl.
  5. Top with coconut flakes, chopped nuts, and cherries before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

274 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4g 8% DV
Total Fat 8.5g 11% DV
Carbs 47.5g 17% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 15.1g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 136mg 6% DV
Potassium 306.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 129.5mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 7.4mg 8% DV
Vitamin D 0.9mcg 5% DV
Calcium 102mg 8% DV
Iron 4.4mg 24% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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