Watergate Salad with Coconut

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Cool and creamy, great for summer and holidays. Kids love to make and eat this! HINT: Have them decorate the top with cherries and coconut to look like a face!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix

  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

  • 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows

  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

  • ½ cup flaked coconut

  • ½ cup maraschino cherries, drained

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine pudding mix and pineapple; mix well. Add marshmallows and 3/4 of the container of dessert topping (add more to get a creamier consistency). Toss in the coconut; mix well. Transfer to a serving dish and top with halved cherries and any extra coconut. Chill for at least an hour before serving. Will be good the next day.

93 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

372 Calories
12g Fat
61g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 372
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Sodium 263mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 61g 22%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 41g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 162mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.