Creamy Waldorf Salad
Indulge in the refreshing and timeless flavors of this Creamy Waldorf Salad, a perfect blend of crisp Granny Smith and red apples, crunchy celery, sweet red seedless grapes, and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a luscious honey-sweetened dressing made with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt. Elevated with a hint of fresh lemon juice and a touch of salt and pepper, this classic salad is served atop crisp romaine lettuce leaves for an elegant presentation. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for a light lunch, a holiday side dish, or a flavorful addition to any gathering. The balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors makes this salad a must-try for lovers of fresh, wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Granny Smith apples
- 2 pieces Red apples
- 3 pieces Celery stalks
- 1 cup Red seedless grapes
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
Wash and core the Granny Smith and red apples. Dice them into bite-sized pieces without peeling to retain their color and texture.
Wash and chop the celery stalks into small, bite-sized pieces.
Rinse the red seedless grapes and slice them in half lengthwise.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped celery, halved grapes, and toasted walnuts.
Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture, and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
To serve, arrange romaine lettuce leaves on serving plates, and spoon the Waldorf Salad over the leaves for a beautiful presentation.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a crisp, refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.1 g | 327% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1295 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.5 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2225 mg | 47% | |
*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.
