Waldorf Salad Recipe
Classic Waldorf Salad Recipe with fresh ingredients, creamy dressing. Perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons greek yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 green apples diced
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 1 cup whole walnuts or pecans toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional: butter lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dressing
Begin by whisking the creamy dressing that will bind the salad — combine Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with bright lemon juice and a touch of honey until the texture is silky and unified. You want a smooth, slightly glossy emulsion that clings to a spoon and carries a faint lemon scent; taste and adjust for balance, then set the small bowl aside to let the flavors meld while you prepare the produce.
Step 2: Mix the Salad
Toss the chopped apples, crisp celery, halved grapes, toasted nuts, and finely chopped parsley together in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with kosher salt, pour the prepared dressing over the pieces, and gently fold until every morsel is evenly coated — the apples and celery should remain bright and crunchy beneath the creamy dressing, the grapes shining through in jewel-like pops of color. Serve immediately or chill briefly before plating for extra refreshment.
Notes
- Toast the nuts for enhanced flavor.
- Keep the dressing separate for crispiest results.
- Adjust quantities to scale the recipe easily.