Waldorf Salad - Recipe for Waldorf Salad with Apples and Walnuts (2024)

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This traditional Waldorf Salad recipe is the perfect sweet addition to summer BBQ’s and parties! Full of apples, grapes and celery, this salad is not to be missed!

One of the grocery stores around me carries Waldorf salad in their deli case. I bought it once, wondering if it would be a hit with Jonathan or not- it seemed to be chock-full of things that he likes, but with the dressing on it, I wasn’t certain. As soon as he saw the grapes, he started doing his “grabby fingers” routine for it, and I figured that I had a hit on my hands.

Of course, as soon as I found something then Jonathan would readily and happily eat anytime it was placed in front of him, it then began making its appearance less and less frequently. When I went to the store and they told me they were discontinuing it, I figured it was time for me to learn to make my own, surmising that it was probably less expensive to make from scratch than it was to pay for it in the deli anyway.

It turned out beautifully, and was loved by all members of the house. I’m supremely glad that I no longer have to worry about forgetting it at the grocery store or them not carrying it anymore- lots of good things come to an end, but luckily this doesn’t have to be one of them.

What’s in a Waldorf Salad?

If you’ve never had Waldorf salad before, it’s a perfect light lunch, side dish, starter or snack. And it’s perfect now that we are heading into warmer weather. It’s full of light and crisp textures and flavors- with grapes, celery, apples, walnuts, dried cranberries, coconut getting mixed together and dressed with a slightly sweet, yet slightly tangy, dressing. I believe usually this dish is made with just mayonnaise, but I wanted to lighten it up by using mayonnaise mixed with plain yogurt, honey, and a little lime juice.

How do you make Waldorf Salad?

It’s really just as simple as cutting up the fruit, nuts and celery, throwing them in a bowl and mixing in the dressing. When you need a quick and easy dish to take to a BBQ, this should be your go to!

Tools needed to make this easy summer BBQ side dish:

  • Really not much! As long as you have a set of good sharp [easyazon_link identifier=”B00GIBKC3K” locale=”US” tag=”gogogogo03-20″]knives[/easyazon_link], you should have all you need!

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Waldorf Salad

Author: Jacqueline

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups grapes
  • 1 apple cut into large 1" pieces
  • 1/4 c coconut
  • 1/4 cup walnuts roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 stalks celergy cut into 1/4" slices
  • 2 T light mayonnaise
  • 2 T plain yogurt
  • 1 T honey
  • 1 T lime juice

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, honey and lime juice. Add the grapes, apple, coconut, walnuts and celery to the bowl.

  • Toss until evenly coated and serve.

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  1. Joanne says

    Waldorf Salad - Recipe for Waldorf Salad with Apples and Walnuts (15)
    This looks delicious, and I love the dressing you made!

    Reply

    • Go Go Go Gourmet says

      Thank you! I absolutely love it.

      Reply

  2. Blair says

    I love Waldorf salad, but I never think to make it at home. It’s been YEARS since I’ve had it! You have inspired me and I think I’m going to use your recipe. 🙂

    Pinned!

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    • Go Go Go Gourmet says

      I’d love to hear what you think 🙂

      Reply

  3. Sara @ Life's Little Sweets says

    I found your blog on the FBC YUM & Stumble Sunday. I love your logo, BTW. I love Waldorf Salad, pinned to my recipes to try board!

    Reply

    • Jacqueline says

      Thank you Sara! Can’t wait to check you out as well!

      Reply

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Waldorf Salad - Recipe for Waldorf Salad with Apples and Walnuts (2024)

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What is the main ingredient which forms the foundation of the Waldorf salad? ›

The original recipe consisted only of diced red-skinned apples, celery, and mayonnaise. Chopped walnuts were added later to this now American classic.

What salad is made of apples celery and walnuts? ›

There's a reason why this Waldorf salad belongs on every holiday dinner table. It's a symphony of crisp apples, celery, grapes, and crunchy walnuts, tossed in a tangy-sweet, creamy dressing that adds the perfect refreshing touch.

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Healthy Waldorf Salad – This classic salad of apples, grapes, walnuts, and celery is given a healthy makeover with the substitution of mayo with Greek yogurt.

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A Waldorf salad is a fruit and nut salad generally made of celery, fresh apples, walnuts, and grapes, dressed in mayonnaise, and traditionally served on a bed of lettuce as an appetizer or a light meal. The apples, celery, and grapes can all be green, which harmonizes the color palette of the dish.

What are the four 4 components of salad? ›

The basic parts of a salad are the base, the body, the garnish, and the dressing.

What is a salad made of apple walnuts celery and mayonnaise? ›

The Waldorf Salad is a fresh fall salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, dressed up with mayonnaise and sour cream dressing, and served over a bed of fresh salad.

What are the best apples for apple salad? ›

For salads, you'll want a nice crunchy apple that doesn't brown too quickly when sliced or chopped ghostwriter referat. The best apples for adding to salads are: Honeycrisp, Fuji, Pink Lady, Piñata®, Jazz, Envy, and Empire.

What is the Jennifer Aniston salad? ›

She spent the day sharing pieces of her life, including a few of her favorite meals. For lunch, she had what is now known as the Jennifer Aniston salad: bulgur wheat, cucumber, herbs, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and pistachios.

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The salad Jen ate on the set of Friends was a Cobb Salad, while this salad is a riff on a tabbouleh.

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Fresh Spring Mix, Topped with Julienne Carrots, Purple Cabbage, Fresh Cucumber, Shaved Red Onion, Grilled Pineapple, and Crunchy Rice Noodles. Served with a Honey Soy Dressing.

Which country is famous for fruit salad? ›

Here are some countries where fruit salads are popular : - Japan: Anmitsu is a classic Japanese fruit salad that combines sweet flavors with various textures. - Thailand: Som tum polamai is a spicy fruit salad that combines ingredients like apples, grapes, and lime with chili, fish sauce and peanuts.

What is the fancy name for fruit salad? ›

A fruit salad is sometimes known as a fruit co*cktail (often connoting a canned product), or fruit cup (when served in a small container). There are many types of fruit salad, ranging from the basic (no nuts, marshmallows, or dressing) to the moderately sweet (Waldorf salad) to the sweet (ambrosia salad).

What is the foundation of salad? ›

SALAD COMPONENTS Foundation is the base ingredient of a salad. Leafy greens such as romaine, bibb, Boston, or iceberg lettuce often serve as a salad's foundation.  Used whole or cut into a chiffonade, the lettuce leaves provide a base for other salad ingredients.

What is the main ingredient of bound salad? ›

Bound salad: ingredients such as meat, poultry, fish, egg, or starch such as potato, pasta, or rice and bound with mayo. Vegetable salad: cooked and/or raw vegetables (coleslaw); can be bound with mayo or mixed with vinegar/oil dressing.

What is the foundation of a salad referred to as? ›

1. The base of a salad is usually a layer of salad greens that line the plate or bowl in which the salad will be served. 2. The body of the salad consists of the main ingredients.

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The structure of a salad includes the Base, Body, Dressing and Garnish. One salad where it is easily displayed is that of a composed salad - think orderly. The base includes various types of lettuce, greens, romaine, etc. The body is usually a protein like chicken or ham.

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