Waldorf Salad
Waldorf Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that harmoniously blends crunchy apples, crisp celery, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics or dinner parties, this salad not only delights the palate but also adds a pop of color to your table. With its delicious mix of textures and flavors, Waldorf Salad is an unforgettable addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 27 minute
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
- 1 cup toasted walnuts (roughly 4 oz)
- 1 cup halved seedless grapes (about 1 cup)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing, chopping apples into bite-sized pieces, slicing celery thinly, and halving grapes.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise or yogurt with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Combine apples, celery, grapes, toasted walnuts, and cranberries in the bowl with the dressing; gently fold together.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg in the dressing. Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for different textures. To make it vegan-friendly, use plant-based mayo or yogurt.