Waldorf Salad Georgia Style

Delight your taste buds with this refreshing and fruity twist on a classic – Waldorf Salad Georgia Style! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of crisp Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, sweet ripe peaches, juicy red grapes, and crunchy celery, this salad gets a Southern-inspired upgrade with toasted pecan halves for a nutty richness. Tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, smooth mayonnaise, a drizzle of honey, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this dish perfectly balances sweet, tart, and savory notes. Served over a bed of butter lettuce or mixed greens, it’s a light yet satisfying option for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a colorful addition to your next gathering. Indulge in the essence of summer with this irresistible Georgia-style Waldorf salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, diced)
• 2 medium peaches (ripe, diced)
• 2 stalks celery (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup red seedless grapes (halved)
• 1 cup pecan halves (toasted and roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups butter lettuce or mixed greens (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool, then roughly chop them.

Step 2

Wash and dry the apples, peaches, celery, and grapes. Dice the apples and peaches into uniform, bite-sized cubes, and slice the grapes in half. Thinly slice the celery.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, peaches, sliced celery, halved grapes, and toasted pecans.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture, and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Arrange butter lettuce or mixed greens on individual plates or a large serving platter. Spoon the Waldorf salad over the greens as a vibrant and fresh base.

Step 7

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler, refreshing option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1210.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2155.5

Total Fat 169.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 123.8mg	0%
Sodium 962.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 101.8g
Protein 23.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267.3mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2028.9mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 28.7%