Weight Watchers Watergate Salad is a traditional American dessert dish. This low-calorie and refreshing dessert is ideal for potlucks or warm weather. The second name of this salad is the pistachio delight. This tasty salad or sweet dish is combined with canned pineapple, mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, pistachio-flavored instant pudding mix, and sugar-free whipped topping. It is made in a matter of minutes and put in the fridge for 1/2 hour before serving. This chilled delight will wow your family members and guests with its fluffy texture and vibrant appearance. Beautifully decorate the dish with crushed nuts and mini marshmallows. Each serving only costs five points of Weight Watchers Points. The Weight Watchers Watergate Salad is the perfect dessert option for anyone seeking guilt-free pleasure.
Equipment
- Colander
- Bowl
- Large Dish
- Spoon
- Large Serving Dish
- Separate glasses (other option of serving)
Ingredients
- Sugar-free pistachio pudding mix 3.4oz
- Chopped Pineapple with juice 1 can
- Mini Marshmallows 1/2cup
- Sugar-free Cool Whip 8 oz
- Chopped Shelled Pistachios 1/4cup
- Water 4tbsp
Ingredient Notes
Pudding mix:
- The first ingredient in this sweet salad is a packet of instant sugar-free pistachio pudding mix.
Canned Pineapple:
- Add a can of crushed pineapple with juice to add a fruity and sweet taste.
Marshmallows:
- They are soft, light, and airy in texture. We add a cup of marshmallows for taste.
Nuts:
- You can substitute walnuts for the pistachios in this recipe (if you want).
Whipped Topping:
- It completes the final look of the dessert salad. I use Cool Whip (frozen) to finish the salad.
Instructions
- Set a colander over a bowl and transfer the can’s contents to drain the pineapple juice.
- Place aside the bowl to drain meanwhile, prepare other items.
- Next, add the pudding mix packet into a large dish.
- Then, pour around four tablespoons of water into the pudding mix and combine to form a smooth paste.
- Now, add the drained pineapple juice to this mixture and combine it with a spoon.
- After that, add half the amount of crushed-shelled pistachios and mini marshmallows to the same bowl.
- Combine all items with a spoon.
- Next, stir in the thawed cool whip until it’s perfectly merged.
- Transfer this mixture to a large serving dish or serve in separate glasses.
- Decorate it with leftover marshmallows and crushed pistachios.
- The tasty Weight Watchers Watergate Salad is ready to eat.
Alternatives of this dish
Vanilla Pudding Mix:
- You may prepare a creamy vanilla dessert with sugar-free vanilla pudding mix.
Greek Yogurt:
- Fat-free Greek yogurt is used as an alternative to Cool Whip to balance the point value. However, the texture and flavor of the dessert will be completely different.
Unique Variations
Maraschino Cherries:
- Decorate the top of the salad with chopped maraschino cherry to make it more appealing. It is also used for a taste. Ten cherries give a total of four Weight Watchers points.
Grated Coconut:
- Add coconut to the salad for a flavor but keep in mind that coconut has a lot of Weight Watchers Points. A few teaspoons of grated coconut equals three to five points depending on the brand you purchase.
Tips
- Before serving, refrigerate the salad for at least one hour, allowing the texture to set and the flavors to blend.
- Combine all salad items with the help of a rubber spatula to maintain a soft and lightweight texture.
- We don’t use wooden spoons because it will eliminate too much air.
- Try different pudding mix flavors like orange, lemon, or coconut.
Storage Information
Fridge:
- Save the Watergate salad in an empty, closed-lid jar and store it in the refrigerator for two to four days.
Freezer:
- We can store the remaining portion of salad in an air-tight container and freeze it for two to three months. However, the texture of marshmallows will alter during the defrosting procedure.
FAQs
Can I use other canned fruits?
- You can use different canned fruits like peaches, and mandarin oranges.
Do fresh fruits also work well with this salad recipe?
- Use fresh and high-quality fruits but adjust the calorie and Weight Watchers points accordingly.
Is it a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe?
- Sugar-free pudding mix and Cool Whip make this recipe Weight Watchers-friendly.
Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount
Per Serving 1
Total Amount 10 servings
Total Calories 128kcals
Carbohydrates 26g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugar 13g
Protein 2g
Total Fat 3g
Iron 0.3mg
Sodium 432mg
Total Weight Watchers Points Per Serving is only 5