Classic Waldorf Salad
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Classic Waldorf Salad
Description
This Classic Waldorf Salad brings together diced green apples, crisp celery, juicy halved grapes, and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a creamy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, and honey. The dressing provides a gentle sweetness and tanginess that complements the freshness of the fruit and nuts. Parsley and kosher salt add subtle herbaceous notes and seasoning, rounding the flavors.
The salad’s texture features the crunch of apples and walnuts alongside the soft juiciness of grapes, balanced by a creamy yet light dressing. Using tart apples like Granny Smith enhances the contrast of flavors. Toasting the walnuts before chopping deepens their nutty flavor and adds warmth. Butter lettuce leaves can be used as a bed for serving, lending additional crispness and presentation appeal.
This salad is ideal when prepared fresh, either as a side dish or light meal. It is commonly served during holiday dinners and pairs well with poultry or deli meats. Preparing components like dicing fruits, herbs, and dressing in advance but combining shortly before serving helps maintain texture and freshness, especially for the apples and nuts.
To store leftovers, use an airtight container and refrigerate for 2 to 3 days. Toast nuts fully and cool them before mixing into the salad to prevent melting the yogurt-based dressing. The recipe is flexible to ingredient swaps and can be adjusted to personal taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt dairy or dairy-free
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 green apples diced
- 1 cup celery diced
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 1 cup walnuts toasted and roughly chopped, or pecans; whole
- 2 tablespoons parsley finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- butter lettuce leaves, optional, for serving
Instructions
- Make dressing. In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and honey. Set aside.
- Toss it all together. In a large bowl, add the green apples, celery, grapes, walnuts, parsley, salt, and mayo dressing. Stir it all together until everything is evenly coated.
Notes
- Prepare fruits, herbs, and toasted nuts a day ahead and store separately to maintain freshness.
- Assemble the salad 2 to 3 hours before serving for the best texture.
- Cool toasted nuts completely before adding to prevent melting the creamy dressing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use tart, crisp apples like Granny Smith for optimal flavor and texture.
- Customize ingredients if desired, following provided substitution guidance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17g | 100% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 363mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 367IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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