Winter Waldorf Salad

Brighten up your winter table with this refreshing Winter Waldorf Salad, a seasonal twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with crisp Honeycrisp apples, juicy pears, and sweet red seedless grapes, this salad balances natural sweetness with crunch from toasted walnuts and celery. The creamy dressing, made with tangy Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, and a drizzle of honey, is elevated with a hint of fresh lemon juice for zest and balance. Garnished with vibrant pomegranate arils, this dish not only tastes divine but also looks stunning. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect addition to holiday gatherings, a light lunch, or a refreshing appetizer. Indulge in this healthy, vibrant dish that showcases the best flavors of winter!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large apple (crisp variety such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1 large pear (ripe but firm)
• 3 medium celery stalks
• 1 cup red seedless grapes
• 1 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cup pomegranate arils (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the apples and pear, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Leave the skins on for extra crunch and color.

Step 2

Wash the celery stalks and slice them thinly at an angle for added visual appeal.

Step 3

Rinse the grapes, pat them dry, and slice them in half.

Step 4

Optional: Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Let them cool before using.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste, if needed.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, pear, celery, grapes, and walnuts.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with pomegranate arils, if using, for a pop of color.

Step 9

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Enjoy your Winter Waldorf Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1285.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1677.1

Total Fat 107.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 42.2mg	0%
Sodium 811.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 119.3g
Protein 37.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 340.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2232.2mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 38.3%