Take a large mixing bowl and add crushed pineapple with its juice. Pour in the pistachio pudding mix. Stir gently until the powder dissolves fully and the mixture becomes slightly thick and creamy.

If you enjoy pineapple as a main dessert ingredient, you might also love this sweet and simple pineapple bake that uses the fruit in a whole different but equally satisfying way.

Add mini marshmallows and chopped walnuts or pecans into the bowl. Mix everything gently so the ingredients spread evenly. This step adds texture and a soft crunch to the salad.

Add the whipped topping into the mixture slowly. Fold gently using a spatula. Do not overmix, as this keeps the salad light and fluffy. The texture should look soft and airy — much like the billowy and cloud-like filling you get in this no-bake creamy banana pudding that uses the exact same gentle folding technique to keep things light.

Add vanilla extract and mix lightly. This gives a warm and sweet aroma to the salad. Make sure everything blends well without losing the fluffy texture.

Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least two hours. This helps the flavors combine and gives the best texture.

Remove the salad from the fridge and give it a light stir. Serve it cold in small bowls. The taste will feel creamy, sweet and refreshing.