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I realize we play fast and loose with the term “salad” here in the Midwest sometimes, but this IS a classic and I stand by it! Watergate salad is a cold, dessert-type salad made with marshmallows and Cool Whip. To me, it’s a staple of any backyard BBQ or holiday dinner. I have very vivid memories of this green, creamy salad on plates beside things like Thanksgiving turkey or BBQ chicken<\/a>. Don’t knock it until you try it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some call this Watergate salad recipe by other names like Pistachio Dessert Salad or even Pistachio fluff. The name Watergate salad comes from the fact that this side dish has similar ingredients and flavor to Watergate cake. And both recipes were created around the time of, you guessed it, the Watergate scandal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related:<\/strong> Next up, try the classic Ambrosia salad <\/a>or Strawberry Pretzel salad<\/a> for another sweet side dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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