Description
Waldorf Salad is a delightful blend of crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and vibrant celery, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This refreshing dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal or the star of your next gathering. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, Waldorf Salad is not only packed with flavor but also visually stunning, guaranteed to impress at picnics or dinner parties.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (raw or toasted)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Wash and dice apples and celery into bite-sized pieces; chop walnuts roughly.
- Mix the dressing: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise with lemon juice until smooth.
- Combine everything: Gently fold in apples, celery, walnuts, and cranberries until well coated.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added protein, include grilled chicken or yogurt-based dressing for a lighter option. To keep apples from browning, toss them with lemon juice immediately after cutting.