Waldorf Salad Georgia Style
Delight your taste buds with this refreshing and fruity twist on a classic – Waldorf Salad Georgia Style! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of crisp Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, sweet ripe peaches, juicy red grapes, and crunchy celery, this salad gets a Southern-inspired upgrade with toasted pecan halves for a nutty richness. Tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, smooth mayonnaise, a drizzle of honey, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this dish perfectly balances sweet, tart, and savory notes. Served over a bed of butter lettuce or mixed greens, it’s a light yet satisfying option for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a colorful addition to your next gathering. Indulge in the essence of summer with this irresistible Georgia-style Waldorf salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, diced)
- 2 medium peaches (ripe, diced)
- 2 stalks celery (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup red seedless grapes (halved)
- 1 cup pecan halves (toasted and roughly chopped)
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups butter lettuce or mixed greens (for serving)
Instructions
Toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool, then roughly chop them.
Wash and dry the apples, peaches, celery, and grapes. Dice the apples and peaches into uniform, bite-sized cubes, and slice the grapes in half. Thinly slice the celery.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, peaches, sliced celery, halved grapes, and toasted pecans.
Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture, and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Arrange butter lettuce or mixed greens on individual plates or a large serving platter. Spoon the Waldorf salad over the greens as a vibrant and fresh base.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler, refreshing option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.3 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 962 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.7 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.7 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.9 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2029 mg | 43% | |
*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.
