Pineapple Pistachio Puff Salad
This light and fluffy pistachio salad is a classic picnic and potluck favorite. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it comes together quickly and is easy to customize with your favorite fruits or add-ins.
Pineapple Pistachio Puff Salad
Ingredients
- 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple undrained
- 2 (3.4 ounce) package pistachio instant pudding mix
- 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping
- 1 (10 ounce)bag mini marshmallows
Optional Add-Ins Suggestions
- Maraschino cherries, halved
- Strawberries, chopped
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Fruit cocktail, well-drained
- Sliced bananas
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir the crushed pineapple (with juice) and pistachio pudding mix together until fully combined.Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth.Stir in the mini marshmallows.Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.Before serving, fold in any optional add-ins if desired.
Notes
- Do not drain the pineapple — the juice is needed to activate the pudding mix.This salad can be made a day ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve.Bananas are best added just before serving to prevent browning.For a slightly firmer texture, reduce whipped topping by 1/2 cup.
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