Cranberry Waldorf Salad
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Cranberry Waldorf Salad
Description
The Cranberry Waldorf Salad features fresh chopped cranberries paired with sweet green and purple grapes and diced apples, balanced by the crispness of celery. Raisins and dried cranberries add additional bursts of sweetness, while toasted walnut pieces contribute a nutty crunch. The salad is dressed with a blend of creamy vanilla yogurt and a touch of granulated sugar, lifted by bright orange zest for a subtle citrus note. The combination provides a texture contrast from juicy fruit, crunchy nuts, and crisp celery.
Preparation involves simply tossing all ingredients in a large bowl, then covering and chilling the salad for at least two hours. This resting time allows the flavors to blend and the yogurt dressing to penetrate the components, offering a harmonious taste experience. The salad's vivid colors and mix of textures make it suitable as a side dish or a light, refreshing snack.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cranberries chopped, fresh
- ⅔ cup green grapes chopped, seedless
- ⅔ cup grape chopped, seedless, purple
- 1 apple chopped
- 1 cup celery diced
- ⅓ cup raisins
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup walnut chopped, toasted
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or to taste
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine well.
- Cover and chill 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.