Sunflower Waldorf Salad with Yogurt Dressing
Brighten up your table with this fresh and flavorful Sunflower Waldorf Salad with Yogurt Dressing, a wholesome twist on the classic Waldorf salad. Crisp Granny Smith apples, juicy red grapes, crunchy celery, and nutty sunflower seeds come together to create a medley of textures and flavors that’s both refreshing and satisfying. The creamy Greek yogurt dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and balanced with a splash of lemon juice, adds a tangy, guilt-free touch. Served atop vibrant romaine lettuce leaves, this salad is perfect as a light lunch, healthy snack, or side dish for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes and brimming with nutritious ingredients, this no-cook recipe is a must-try for lovers of fresh and hearty salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup Red grapes
- 2 medium Celery stalks
- 1 cup Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Wash and core the Granny Smith apples, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Halve the red grapes, removing any seeds if necessary. Add the grapes to the apples.
Thinly slice the celery stalks and add them to the bowl along with the sunflower seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss to evenly coat all ingredients.
Arrange the romaine lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
Spoon the salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves for serving. Optional: Sprinkle additional sunflower seeds on top for extra crunch.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2372 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*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.
