Description

This classic Waldorf Salad is a refreshing and crunchy mix of crisp apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and walnuts tossed in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing enhanced with lemon juice and honey. Perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side dish, it combines sweet, tart, and savory flavors with a delightful texture contrast. It is easy to prepare and can be refrigerated to let the flavors meld.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

3 cups crisp apples, diced
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Dressing Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey or sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the diced apples, halved grapes, chopped celery, and walnuts. Gently mix to evenly distribute all components.
Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey (or sugar), salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the fruit and nut mixture. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
Chill to Blend Flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.

Notes

For a lighter version, replace half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt to reduce fat and add a slight tang.
Serve the Waldorf Salad on a bed of crisp lettuce for a traditional presentation and added texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American