Waldorf Salad Apples Dates Celery Pecans Sour Cream
Experience the perfect balance of crisp and creamy with this Waldorf Salad featuring apples, dates, celery, pecans, and sour cream. A delightful twist on the classic, this version incorporates the natural sweetness of pitted dates and the nuttiness of toasted pecans, complemented by a tangy lemon-sour cream dressing. Crunchy celery and crisp apples, like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, add refreshing texture, while a touch of honey enhances the natural flavors without overpowering. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this chilled salad makes a versatile side dish or healthy snack, perfect for any occasion. Discover a simple yet elegant way to enjoy fresh ingredients with this harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Apples (crisp variety, e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 stalks Celery stalks
- 0.5 cup Pitted dates
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Wash the apples and dice them into bite-sized pieces. If desired, leave the peel on for added color and texture.
Chop the celery into small slices and roughly chop the pitted dates into smaller pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped celery, dates, and cooled pecans.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a light side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.1 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 737 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 141.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1718 mg | 37% | |
*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.
