Description
Waldorf Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crisp apples, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings, this salad offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s a timeless classic that brings joy to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup walnuts, lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup grapes, halved (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine diced apples and sliced celery. Add lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Fold in toasted walnuts and grapes (if using).
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise with sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently combine until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg