Easy and Refreshing Waldorf Salad Recipe

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Easy and Refreshing Waldorf Salad Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 14, 2023

This Simple Waldorf Salad is a classic American dish that combines crisp apples, crunchy celery, juicy grapes, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing. It is the perfect side dish or light meal for any occasion. With a preparing time of just 10 minutes, you can whip up this refreshing salad in no time. Enjoy the balance of sweet and savory flavors in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 2 apples, cored and chopped
  • 1 cup celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 cup green seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves for serving

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, sliced celery, and halved grapes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and toss gently until well coated.
  4. Add the toasted walnuts and give it a final toss.
  5. Serve the Waldorf salad chilled on a bed of lettuce leaves.
  6. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The Waldorf Salad was first created in the late 1800s at the Waldorf Hotel in New York City.
  • Originally, the Waldorf Salad contained only apples, celery, and mayonnaise, but over the years, additional ingredients like grapes and walnuts have been added to enhance the flavor and texture.
  • This salad is named after the Waldorf Hotel where it was invented, which later became the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.