Summertime Watermelon Waldorf Salad

Capture the essence of summer with this vibrant and refreshing Summertime Watermelon Waldorf Salad! Combining juicy diced watermelon, crisp green apple, and a mix of green and red grapes, this modern twist on the classic Waldorf salad delights with a burst of natural sweetness and crunch. A creamy Greek yogurt dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and brightened by zesty lemon juice, ties the flavors together beautifully. Chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while optional fresh mint leaves elevate the dish with a fragrant finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect served chilled, this no-cook salad is a wholesome, eye-catching side dish or light meal for warm-weather gatherings. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or looking for a healthy picnic option, this crowd-pleaser celebrates the best of summer produce.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (diced) seedless watermelon
• 1 cup (halved) green grapes
• 1 cup (halved) red grapes
• 1 cup (thinly sliced) celery
• 1 medium (cored and diced) crisp green apple
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the watermelon by removing the rind and cutting it into small cubes. Measure out 4 cups of diced watermelon and place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

2. Wash the green and red grapes, then slice each one in half. Add the halved grapes to the mixing bowl with the watermelon.

Step 3

3. Thinly slice the celery and dice the green apple. Add these to the bowl as well.

Step 4

4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. This will be your dressing.

Step 5

5. Pour the yogurt dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6

6. Fold in the chopped walnuts for an extra crunch. If desired, garnish the salad with chopped fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and flavor.

Step 7

7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

8. Serve the Summertime Watermelon Waldorf Salad cold and enjoy as a refreshing side dish or light summer meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1051.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	829.8

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 604.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 93.9g
Protein 15.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113.6mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1467.4mg	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: 39.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 53.5%