Description
Waldorf Salad is a refreshing classic made with crisp apples, celery, juicy grapes, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy dressing. This light and flavorful salad is perfect for lunches, holiday meals, picnics, or as a refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 crisp apples, diced
- 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- ½ cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Lettuce leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced apples, thinly sliced celery, halved grapes, and toasted chopped walnuts thoroughly to mix the base ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined, creating the creamy dressing for the salad.
- Mix Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the apple and vegetable mixture, then toss gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill Salad: Refrigerate the dressed salad for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and to serve it chilled for best taste and texture.
- Serve: Optionally, serve the Waldorf salad on fresh lettuce leaves for added crunch and presentation, then enjoy immediately or within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Toss the apples with a little extra lemon juice before mixing to prevent browning and maintain their crisp appearance.
- Pecans can be used as a substitute for walnuts for a slightly different flavor and texture.
- Add cooked chicken to the salad for a heartier meal and additional protein.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
