Waldorf Salad
Waldorf salad is a refreshing blend of crisp apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This delightful dish is perfect for family gatherings or as a light lunch on warm days. Each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture that will transport you back to sunny picnics and cherished moments. Quick to prepare and beautifully vibrant, Waldorf salad is not just food—it’s an experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup halved seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and dice the apples, halve the grapes, and chop the celery.
- Mix Your Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth.
- Toss It All Together: Add apples, grapes, celery, and walnuts to the bowl. Gently fold until well coated with the dressing.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the mixture and adjust to taste.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg