Diabetic Friendly Waldorf Salad
Refreshing, crunchy, and tailored for healthy eating, this Diabetic Friendly Waldorf Salad is a guilt-free twist on the classic recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of red seedless grapes and the crisp tartness of a Granny Smith apple, it’s perfectly balanced with the creamy tang of plain unsweetened Greek yogurt. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a hint of lemon juice brightens every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this low-sugar, nutrient-packed salad is ideal for a quick lunch, side dish, or light snack. Perfectly portioned for four servings, it’s a wholesome option that’s as satisfying as it is diabetes-conscious. Adjust the optional drizzle of honey to meet your specific needs, and enjoy a dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple
- 2 medium Celery stalks
- 0.5 cup Red seedless grapes
- 0.25 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Honey (optional, for slight sweetness)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the Granny Smith apple, celery stalks, and grapes thoroughly.
Core and dice the apple into small bite-sized pieces. Place the apple pieces into a large mixing bowl.
Thinly slice the celery stalks and add them to the mixing bowl.
Cut the grapes in half and add them to the mixing bowl along with the walnuts.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the apple, celery, grape, and walnut mixture. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes for the flavors to meld, or serve immediately if preferred.
Divide the salad evenly among 4 serving plates or bowls. Optionally garnish with additional walnuts or a lemon slice on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 870 mg | 18% | |
*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.
