Creamy Waldorf Salad

Indulge in the refreshing and timeless flavors of this Creamy Waldorf Salad, a perfect blend of crisp Granny Smith and red apples, crunchy celery, sweet red seedless grapes, and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a luscious honey-sweetened dressing made with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt. Elevated with a hint of fresh lemon juice and a touch of salt and pepper, this classic salad is served atop crisp romaine lettuce leaves for an elegant presentation. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for a light lunch, a holiday side dish, or a flavorful addition to any gathering. The balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors makes this salad a must-try for lovers of fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Granny Smith apples
• 2 pieces Red apples
• 3 pieces Celery stalks
• 1 cup Red seedless grapes
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly golden. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

Wash and core the Granny Smith and red apples. Dice them into bite-sized pieces without peeling to retain their color and texture.

Step 3

Wash and chop the celery stalks into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Rinse the red seedless grapes and slice them in half lengthwise.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped celery, halved grapes, and toasted walnuts.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture, and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

To serve, arrange romaine lettuce leaves on serving plates, and spoon the Waldorf Salad over the leaves for a beautiful presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a crisp, refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1580.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3241.9

Total Fat 255.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.7g
Cholesterol 247.5mg	0%
Sodium 1295.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 142.7g
Protein 35.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384.0mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2225.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 28.1%