Description
A timeless and elegant salad that combines crisp apples, celery, and walnuts in a creamy dressing, the Waldorf Salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Originating from New York’s Waldorf Hotel in the late 19th century, this dish has become a global favorite, adaptable for various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
50g walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
2 apples (Granny Smith recommended), roughly chopped
1 lemon, juiced
100g mayonnaise
2 tbsp Greek-style yogurt
½ tbsp Dijon mustard
150g red grapes, halved
3 celery sticks, finely sliced
1 romaine or Little Gem lettuce, leaves separated and torn if large
Instructions
Toast Walnuts:
Heat a dry frying pan over a medium-high heat.
Toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden and aromatic.
Transfer to a bowl and let them cool.
Prepare Apples:
Toss the chopped apples with a splash of lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
Make Dressing:
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, Dijon mustard, and the remaining lemon juice.
Season the dressing well. It can be chilled for up to two days.
Mix Ingredients:
Mix the apples, grapes, and celery with the prepared dressing.
Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Assemble Salad:
Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
Spoon over the apple mixture and any remaining dressing from the bowl.
Serve:
Scatter the toasted walnuts over the salad before serving.
Enjoy your delightful Waldorf Salad! 
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a vegan mayonnaise or a yogurt alternative.
- The salad can be customized by adding chicken, turkey, or dried fruits like raisins or cranberries for added texture and flavor.
- To retain the best texture, serve the salad chilled and consume within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg