Vegan Classic Waldorf Salad
Bright, refreshing, and entirely plant-based, this Vegan Classic Waldorf Salad is a modern twist on the iconic dish that showcases vibrant colors, bold textures, and tantalizing flavors. Crisp red and green apples provide the perfect blend of sweetness and tartness, while juicy red and yellow grapes add bursts of natural sweetness. Crunchy celery and toasted walnuts bring irresistible texture, all tied together with a creamy vegan mayonnaise dressing enhanced with maple syrup for a hint of earthy sweetness. Fresh parsley adds a pop of herbaceous zest, and it's all served atop crisp Bib lettuce leaves for a stunning presentation. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dairy-free and gluten-free salad is a perfect choice for a light lunch, elegant entertaining, or as a refreshing side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Red apple
- 1 medium Green apple
- 3 large Celery stalks
- 1 cup Red grapes
- 1 cup Yellow grapes
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 cup Vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 4 large Bib lettuce leaves
Instructions
Wash the apples thoroughly. Core and chop the red and green apples into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for added fiber and color.
Place the chopped apples in a large mixing bowl. Immediately drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning and toss gently to coat.
Rinse the celery stalks, then chop them into small slices. Add them to the mixing bowl with the apples.
Rinse the red and yellow grapes. Halve them and add to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
Coarsely chop the walnuts and lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding to the salad.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold until everything is well coated with the dressing.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad. Gently mix to incorporate.
Line a serving platter or individual plates with fresh Bib lettuce leaves and spoon the Waldorf salad over the lettuce.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.6 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 80.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2459 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2604 mg | 55% | |
*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.
