Best 9 Pistachio Pudding Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our exquisite Pistachio Pudding Salad, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant hues and rich textures of pistachios with the creamy smoothness of pudding. This delightful dish is a symphony of sweet and nutty notes, perfectly complemented by the refreshing crunch of apples and the tangy zest of citrus. As you delve into this recipe, you'll discover the art of crafting a delightful pistachio pudding from scratch, ensuring a luscious and velvety texture that melts in your mouth. We'll also guide you through the process of creating a vibrant pistachio whipped topping, adding an extra layer of nutty flavor and visual appeal to your salad.

Unleash your creativity and explore variations of this classic recipe, including a refreshing Orange Pistachio Salad, a tropical Pistachio Fluff Salad, and a decadent Pistachio Lush Dessert. Each variation offers a unique twist on the traditional Pistachio Pudding Salad, allowing you to customize it to your taste preferences. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing side dish or a sweet and satisfying dessert, our collection of Pistachio Pudding Salad recipes has something for every occasion. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PISTACHIO MALLOW SALAD



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This fluffy pistachio salad is a real treat since it's creamy but not overly sweet. It's easy to mix up, and the flavor gets better the longer it stands. It's perfect for St. Patrick's Day, served in a green bowl. -Pattie Ann Forssberg, Logan, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 carton (16 ounces) whipped topping
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
6 to 7 drops green food coloring, optional
3 cups miniature marshmallows
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained
1/2 cup chopped pistachios or walnuts
Additional whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine whipped topping, pudding mix and food coloring if desired. Fold in the marshmallows and pineapple. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, top with additional whipped topping if desired, sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 9g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREEN SLIME (PISTACHIO PUDDING SALAD)



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This was a holiday favorite when I was young and my mother made it. Since then, it has been one of two salads my kids request since childhood for all family get togethers espectally holidays

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Fruit Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg pudding, pistachio
1 c pistachio nuts, chopped
1 container cool whip
1 bag mini marshmellows
1 can(s) pineapple, crushed, small

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all together and let sit over night

INSTANT PISTACHIO SALAD



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This recipe is super simple and can be changed to suit your tastes. Just add additional fruit and/or nuts.

Provided by Margit Wallin

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ (10.5 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix. Fold in thawed whipped topping and marshmallows until well mixed. Refrigerate until chilled and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 132.5 mg, Sugar 24 g

PISTACHIO SALAD



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This recipe is delicious and easy to prepare. Enjoy! Pecans are a terrific substitute if walnuts are not on hand.

Provided by Maureen

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup chopped walnuts
3 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, fold together the pudding mix and whipped topping.
  • Add the marshmallows, pineapple with syrup, nuts and bananas. Mix well and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Carbohydrate 65.5 g, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 257.8 mg, Sugar 50.7 g

PISTACHIO PUDDING SALAD



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Make and share this Pistachio Pudding Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shygirl

Categories     Gelatin

Time 20m

Yield 10 , 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 1/2 ounce) instant pistachio pudding mix
2 cups half-and-half or 2 cups low-fat milk
2 (1/4 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin, Knox
1/2 cup pistachio nut, shelled and chopped
1/2 cup pineapple tidbits

Steps:

  • Cook gelatin according to package instruction, depending on the firmness you desire.
  • Cool and cube gelatin.
  • In a medium bowl, beat pistachio pudding with half and half or milk till blended.
  • Add in gelatin cubes, pineapple tidbits and chopped pistachios.
  • Chill at least 6 hours for flavors to blend.
  • Heavenly!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.4, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 22.7, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 3.9

PISTACHIO PUDDING SALAD (AKA WATERGATE SALAD)



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A "yummy" salad which tastes more like a dessert. I usually make this for Easter, but it can also be served on any holiday, or any time of the year. It's so quick and easy to throw together.

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Gelatin

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 ounce) box instant pistachio pudding mix (*See note)
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well
5 drops green food coloring (optional)
12 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
3 cups miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add the pudding and well drained crushed pineapple; mix well.
  • Stir in the food coloring; mix it in thoroughly.
  • Fold in the Cool Whip; be sure to blend it in thoroughly.
  • Stir in the marshmallows, and then the walnuts.
  • Cover the bowl, and chill in the refrigerator for a while, until ready to serve.
  • *Note: I usually make this salad the night/day before I'm going to serve it; this way it chills up nicely in the fridge. Also, I did use one (3.4 oz.) box of instant pudding mix for this recipe. I see Recipezaar would not let me post the exact ounces of pudding I used, when posting this recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.3, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 9.5, Sodium 26.4, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 30.9, Protein 1.7

PISTACHIO FLUFF FRUIT SALAD



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This is a light and fluffy dessert salad based on pistachio pudding; the pudding is made lighter with the addition of whipped topping. Add an extra can of mandarin oranges, if you like.

Provided by Jane Snider

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 large bananas, sliced
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Dump instant pudding into a large mixing bowl. Add pineapple, and mix well. Mix in whipped topping. Stir in bananas, marshmallows, fruit cocktail, and mandarin oranges. Cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.5 calories, Carbohydrate 79.8 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 269.3 mg, Sugar 65.6 g

PISTACHIO FRUIT SALAD



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"My husband, a diabetic, always smiles when he finds this fun and fluffy salad on the menu," shares Gail Bartlett from Hallowell, Maine. She pairs pistachio pudding with pineapple, oranges and other fruits for a tasty guilt-free treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (20 ounces) crushed unsweetened pineapple
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant pistachio pudding mix
1 can (15 ounces) unsweetened fruit cocktail, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In a bowl, whisk together reserved juice and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Stir in the pineapple, fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges. Fold in whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PISTACHIO PUDDING SALAD



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My mom made this all the time and it was always a HUGE hit. I made it for my Stampede BBQ's and I can't count the number of people who asked for the recipe. Kids will love this as a fun salad at Thanksgiving or other special occasions. It's quick, easy and very tasty. Everyone will love this! Cooking time is chill time.

Provided by Cathy17

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
5 1/4 ounces packages miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup chopped pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix.
  • Fold in thawed whipped topping, marshmallows and optional nuts until well mixed.
  • Refrigerate until chilled and serve.
  • Cooking time is chill time.

Tips:

  • For a creamier pudding, use whole milk instead of skim milk.
  • If you don't have pistachio pudding mix, you can use vanilla pudding mix and add 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to the point of adding the whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Before serving, top with whipped topping and chopped pistachios.
  • For a fun twist, try using different nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, in place of the pistachios.
  • This salad is also delicious served with fresh fruit, such as berries or bananas.

Conclusion:

Pistachio pudding salad is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing dessert or a decadent treat, pistachio pudding salad is sure to please everyone.

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