Waldorf Salad
A classic, refreshing crisp salad combining sweet apples, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
- •2 crisp tart apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, cored and diced
- •1 cup celery ribs, thinly sliced
- •1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- •1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
- •1/3 cup mayonnaise
- •2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- •1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- •1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- •1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- •2 cups crisp lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently, then let cool completely.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, honey, and kosher salt until smooth.
- 3
Core and dice the apples, and immediately toss them in the dressing mixture to prevent browning.
- 4
Add the sliced celery, halved red grapes, and cooled toasted walnuts to the bowl.
- 5
Toss everything gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated in the creamy dressing.
- 6
Arrange the lettuce leaves on individual serving plates or a platter and spoon the Waldorf salad directly on top.
💡 Chef tips
- To make ahead, prep and chop all ingredients except the apples and walnuts, and store them separately; toss with the dressing just before serving.
- You can substitute the mayonnaise with all Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier dressing.
- For an authentic touch, serve the salad traditionally on a bed of crisp crisphead lettuce rather than mixed greens.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished salad should look vibrant and creamy with a delightful crunch in every bite, smelling faintly of toasted nuts and fresh apples, and tasting perfectly balanced between tart, sweet, and savory.