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