Cranberry Waldorf Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Cranberry Waldorf Salad, an irresistible twist on the classic dish that’s perfect for the holidays or any time you need a vibrant, tangy side. Featuring coarsely chopped fresh cranberries sweetened with a touch of sugar, crisp diced apples, crunchy celery, and juicy red grapes, this salad delivers a delightful medley of textures in every bite. Toasted walnuts add a rich, nutty depth, while a creamy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and brightened with a squeeze of lemon, ties everything together. Ready in just 20 minutes and best served chilled, this colorful side dish is a stunning addition to your festive menu or a refreshing accompaniment to any meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a finishing touch and enjoy its balance of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors. Perfect for those searching for a unique cranberry recipe, easy holiday salads, or a modern take on traditional Waldorf salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- 0.5 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and place them in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Alternatively, chop them by hand if you prefer a chunkier texture.
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a small mixing bowl and stir in the sugar. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
While the cranberries are resting, dice the apples and celery, and halve the grapes. Add these ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Add the toasted walnuts to the bowl with the fruits and celery.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, and salt to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture, then add the sweetened cranberries. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. This step can be skipped if you are short on time, but chilling enhances the overall taste.
Before serving, give the salad a light stir. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Serve cold as a side dish or light dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.8 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 941 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 179.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1663 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
