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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Joannesays
This looks delicious, and I love the dressing you made!
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. 🙂
These are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this restaurant-worthy Waldorf salad recipe at home: For the dressing: mayonnaise, white sugar, lemon juice, and salt. For the salad: apples, celery, walnuts, and (optional) raisins.
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.
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.
The basic parts of a salad are the base, the body, the garnish, and the dressing. The five basic types of salad are green salads (tossed or composed), bound, vegetable, fruit, and combination.
Base: usually a layer of salad greens that line the plate or bowl in which the salad will be served. Body: consists of the main ingredients. Garnish: enhances the appearance while also complementing the overall taste; must be edible. Salad dressings: are liquids or semi-liquids used to flavor salads.
Place 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional), 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl and whisk to combine.
Ranch Dressing. The ranch is a salad dressing or dip made with buttermilk, salt, garlic, onions, herbs (dill, parsley, chives, etc.), and spices (mustard seeds, black pepper, paprika, etc.) ...
Who created it? The salad was part of a menu created by Edouard Beauchamp, the Waldorf's original executive chef, and Oscar Tschirky, its maitre d'hotel. Tschirky, eventually nicknamed Oscar of the Waldorf, is reputed to have been the salad's creator.
In the Philippines, fruit salads are popular party and holiday fare, usually made with buko, or young coconut, and condensed milk in addition to other canned or fresh fruit.
Almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, cashews, hazelnuts, and macadamia nuts are all great options that can add flavor and nutrition to your favorite salads. So go ahead and experiment with different combinations to create a salad that's both delicious and healthy.
Roasted beans are a nice replacement for nuts in salads. Spiced and roasted chickpeas are a great “nu*t bowl” snack. Pretzels – Yes, pretzels. KFA member Kathryn shared with us, “I like to use pretzels in place of nuts in recipes, like pie crusts and chicken coatings.
leafy greens such as romaine, arugula, kale and spinach. whole grains such as quinoa, brown rice and bulgur. chopped or shredded vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, cabbage, and beets.
A bound salad is a type of dish where the ingredients are “bound” together with a dressing or a thickened sauce. This can include a wide range of ingredients, such as vegetables, fruits, proteins, and starches, all held together by a cohesive mixture.
The reason they are a less-healthy option is that the binding agents are typically mayonnaise-based. Some of the most popular bound salads are egg and tuna. Most egg salad recipes are similar, which means that you can tweak the ingredients to your liking.
Is the base ingredient of a salad. Leafy greens such as romaine, Bibb, Boston, or iceberg lettuce. Main ingredient of a salad make up its body. It creates the salad's identity and often gives the salad its name.
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