Pistachio Jello Salad

Pistachio Jello salad is a creamy, chilled dessert salad with pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple, whipped topping, and optional nuts. This draft uses the common pudding-style approach; it does not use gelatin powder.

By Sophie Bennett Updated Sep 2026 Views 0 times Not yet rated

Prep: 10 min
Servings: 8 servings

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1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
1½ cups mini marshmallows
½ cup chopped pecans or pistachios, optional

How to make it

Stir pineapple and dry pudding mix in a large bowl until thickened.
Fold in whipped topping, marshmallows, and nuts if using.
Cover and chill until cold. Spoon into bowls and serve.

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Pistachio Jello Salad

Prep: 10 min
Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American-inspired

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
1½ cups mini marshmallows
½ cup chopped pecans or pistachios, optional

Instructions

Stir pineapple and dry pudding mix in a large bowl until thickened.
Fold in whipped topping, marshmallows, and nuts if using.
Cover and chill until cold. Spoon into bowls and serve.

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1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
1½ cups mini marshmallows
½ cup chopped pecans or pistachios, optional

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