Here’s a classic and refreshing Waldorf Salad recipe — crisp, sweet, and creamy.
🥗 Waldorf Salad
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved (red or green)
- 1 cup celery, thinly sliced
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped and toasted (optional)
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (for a lighter version)
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice (to prevent apples from browning)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped dried cranberries or raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients
- Chop apples, celery, and halve grapes.
- Toss apples with lemon juice to keep them from browning.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes if using.
2️⃣ Make Dressing
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble Salad
- In a large bowl, combine apples, grapes, celery, walnuts, and optional dried fruit.
- Add dressing and gently toss until everything is coated evenly.
4️⃣ Serve
- Chill for 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Serve as a side dish for lunch, dinner, or a picnic.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Crunchy twist: Add sliced water chestnuts for extra crunch.
- Sweet & tangy: Mix in a little honey or Dijon mustard to the dressing.
- Creamy yogurt version: Substitute half or all of the mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier flavor.
- Presentation: Serve in lettuce cups or atop a bed of greens for a beautiful presentation.
If you want, I can provide a restaurant-style Waldorf Salad recipe with a honey-mustard dressing and extra crunch for a gourmet touch.
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