Thru the Garden and Orchard Waldorf Salad
Take your taste buds on a vibrant journey with the "Thru the Garden and Orchard Waldorf Salad," a fresh twist on the classic that celebrates the natural sweetness and crunch of seasonal produce. This light yet satisfying salad combines crisp apples, juicy red and green grapes, and crunchy celery with the earthy richness of toasted walnuts, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt and honey dressing with a zesty hint of lemon. Served over a bed of mixed salad greens and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is a symphony of textures and flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick lunch, a side dish at your next gathering, or a refreshing addition to any meal. With its garden-fresh ingredients and healthy twist, this recipe is a wholesome way to embrace the flavors of the orchard and beyond.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 crisp apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 3 celery stalks
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
- 1 cup green seedless grapes
- 0.5 cup walnuts (chopped, toasted optional)
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and prep all fresh produce.
Core and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Leave the skin on for added color and texture.
Slice the celery stalks thinly.
Halve the red and green grapes for easier eating.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the walnuts if desired. Allow them to cool before adding to the salad.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. This will be your dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the diced apples, celery slices, halved grapes, and toasted walnuts.
Pour the dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Divide the mixed salad greens onto individual serving plates or bowls.
Spoon the dressed fruit and vegetable mixture over the greens.
Top each serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if using, for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the freshness of this garden- and orchard-inspired Waldorf salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
