A simple Pistachio Salad recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Smooth, creamy, and easy to make, its bright green color makes it ideal for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Christmas.
Pistachio salad was a holiday staple growing up. Its cheerful green hue always brightened our table at Christmas, Easter, and St. Patrick’s Day, and my mom appreciated how quick it was to prepare.
Over the years it’s remained a family favorite and now appears on our holiday menus as well. The color makes it especially fun for themed gatherings, and it’s a sweet, nostalgic addition to any dessert spread.
The salad is versatile. For Easter we like using pastel multi-colored mini marshmallows to add a bit of color and extra sweetness kids enjoy. For other holidays we stick with white mini marshmallows or top individual servings with whipped cream, chopped pistachios, and a maraschino cherry for a classic finish.
This recipe is extremely forgiving and easy to scale—double or triple the ingredients when serving a crowd. It’s a popular potluck side or dessert because both kids and adults tend to love it.
It’s so simple my five-year-old made it for our family dessert night recently. Preparation takes just a few minutes and chilling only needs about 20–30 minutes to set, though I prefer making it a few hours ahead or the day before to let the texture fully firm up. Save any toppings for just before serving so they stay fresh.
Looking for more pistachio treats? Consider trying a pistachio cake or other recipes featuring pistachio flavor and color.
Pistachio Salad
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Ingredients
- 1 3.4 oz box gluten free pistachio pudding
- 1 ½ cups milk (higher fat milk like 2% or whole makes it creamier)
- 2 cups Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (white or multi-colored)
Equipment
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Large mixing bowl
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Whisk or fork
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Spatula
Method
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Whisk the pistachio pudding mix with 1 ½ cups milk in a large bowl, following the package directions for consistency.
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Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until combined, then stir in the mini marshmallows.
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Chill in the refrigerator until set, about 20 minutes. For best texture, make a few hours ahead or the day before. Add any toppings just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories161kcal
Carbohydrates20g
Protein3g
Fat8g
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