Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 (16-ounce) container of Cool Whip, thawed
• 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios
• 1 (8-ounce) can of fruit cocktail, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can of mandarin oranges, drained

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

0 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy (1)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Fold in the Cool Whip, pistachios, fruit cocktail, and mandarin oranges.
3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and fluffy
• Sweet and tangy
• Colorful and festive
• Perfect for parties and potlucks

User Comments:

• "This salad is so easy to make and it always disappears quickly at parties."
• "I love the combination of the pistachios and fruit. It's so unique and delicious."
• "This salad is always a hit with my family and friends."
• "I like to add a little bit of chopped pineapple to mine for extra sweetness."
• "This salad is so refreshing and perfect for summer."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to drain the fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges well before adding them to the salad.
• If you don't have Cool Whip on hand, you can make your own whipped cream by whipping heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.