Ambrosia watergate Salad is a classic green treat loaded with creamy pistachio pudding, fluffy whipped cream, crushed pineapple, coconut, mini marshmallows, and pecans. It’s an excellent light dessert and a southern side dish to most any spring meal.8
In a large glass mixing bowl, stir together the pistachio pudding mix and crushed pineapple w/ the juices until it turns a gorgeous Chartreuse green and is well combined.
In a separate large glass bowl and using a hand mixer OR using the bowl of a stand mixer, add the heavy whipping cream vanilla and beat until soft peaks form. Sprinkle in powdered sugar and beat a 1 minute more.
Fold whipped cream into pistachio pudding mixture until thoroughly mixed then stir in coconut, oranges, cherries, marshmallows, and pecans. Mix well.
Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until thoroughly chilled before serving.
Notes
Ambrosia Watergate Salad lasts for up to 3 days in the refrigerator if properly covered and sealed.