Pistachio Salad: A Creamy, Sweet Side Dish Classic
This easy pistachio salad recipe takes just 10 minutes to make. Combine crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and pistachios for a creamy, sweet side dish perfect for holidays and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 box 3.4 oz instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple with juice, undrained
- 1 container 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese optional
- ½ cup chopped pistachios plus 2 tablespoons for topping
Instructions
- Thaw whipped topping at room temperature for 2 hours
- Pour undrained crushed pineapple into a large mixing bowl
- Sprinkle pistachio pudding mix over pineapple and stir for 1 minute until dissolved
- Fold in thawed whipped topping until no white streaks remain
- Gently stir in mini marshmallows
- Add cottage cheese if using and fold in carefully
- Mix in ½ cup chopped pistachios, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping
- Transfer to serving bowl and sprinkle reserved pistachios on top
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving