Creamy Waldorf Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Walnuts Recipe
A refreshing and classic Waldorf Salad featuring crisp apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a creamy lemon-mayonnaise dressing and served on a bed of fresh lettuce. This salad is perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 6 tablespoons mayonnaise (or plain yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch freshly ground black pepper
Salad
- 2 sweet apples, cored and chopped
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved, or 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 cup thinly sliced celery
- 1 cup chopped, slightly toasted walnuts
- Lettuce, for serving
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or yogurt), lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined, creating a creamy dressing that balances tanginess and seasoning.
- Add the apple, celery, grapes, and walnuts: Stir the chopped apples, thinly sliced celery, halved grapes (or raisins), and toasted walnuts into the dressing bowl, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated for a mixture of crunchy, sweet, and tangy flavors.
- Serve: Arrange fresh lettuce leaves on a serving plate, then spoon the mixed salad over the lettuce bed. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness of the ingredients.
Notes
- May substitute mayonnaise with plain yogurt for a lighter, tangier dressing.
- To lightly toast walnuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.
- Use red or green apples based on preferred sweetness and color contrast.
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan mayonnaise or a non-dairy yogurt alternative.
- Ensure grapes are seedless for easy eating; raisins can be used if grapes are unavailable.
Keywords: Waldorf Salad, apple salad, celery, grapes, walnuts, creamy dressing, classic salad
