Pistachio Marshmallow Fluff Salad (Printable)

Sweet, creamy dessert salad with pistachio, pineapple, marshmallows, and whipped topping. Perfect for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
02 - 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
03 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
04 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
05 - 1 cup canned mandarin oranges, drained (optional)

→ Creamy Layer

06 - 2 cups whipped topping, thawed

→ Garnish

07 - Additional chopped nuts or maraschino cherries (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Combine undrained crushed pineapple and pistachio pudding mix in a large mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until fully blended and the mixture is light green.
02 - Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Fold in mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and mandarin oranges if using, mixing gently to maintain texture.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
05 - Before serving, gently stir and garnish with extra nuts or maraschino cherries as preferred.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you probably have on hand
  • Comes together in ten minutes with no cooking
  • Crowd pleaser for potlucks picnics and holidays
  • Customizable add or leave out your favorite goodies
02 -
  • High in fun and nostalgia with its old school green fluff appeal
  • Vegetarian friendly and can be made nut free
  • No cook and kid friendly to make
03 -
  • Use fresh soft marshmallows for the best bite older ones get sticky or tough over time
  • For more pistachio flavor add a small handful of chopped pistachios when folding in the nuts
  • Always let the salad chill so it sets up creamy and light
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