Description
Classic Waldorf Salad is a refreshing and crunchy dish featuring diced Granny Smith apples, celery, grapes, and toasted walnuts or pecans, all tossed in a creamy honey-lemon mayonnaise dressing. Perfect as a light side or a healthy snack, it comes together quickly and is best served chilled to maintain its crisp texture.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples (cored and diced)
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup grapes (halved)
- 2/3 cup walnuts or pecans (toasted and chopped)
Dressing Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper (or more to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced Granny Smith apples, diced celery, halved grapes, and toasted chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the salad until ready to serve, ideally within one hour to keep the apples and celery crisp and fresh.
Notes
- For best texture, prepare the salad no more than one hour before serving to maintain crunchiness.
- To toast nuts, spread them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned.
- Use fresh, crisp apples for optimal flavor and texture.
- Mayonnaise can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
