Best Instant Pistachio Salad Recipes

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PISTACHIO SALAD RECIPE



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Fluffy and sweet, this pistachio salad recipe is great as a dessert or a side dish for holiday dinners. This easy pudding salad mixes up in 5 minutes and is a great make-ahead recipe.

Provided by Julie Clark

Categories     Dessert

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 5

20 ounces crushed pineapple ((drained))
1 package instant pistachio pudding mix ((3 ounces ))
8 ounces frozen whipped topping ((thawed))
3 cups miniature marshmallows
ΒΌ cup chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the drained pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix.
  • Fold in thawed whipped topping, marshmallows and nuts until well mixed.
  • Refrigerate until chilled and serve.
  • Top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, plus additional nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 214 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 37 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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 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.

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

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