Description
A refreshing and healthy Waldorf Salad featuring crisp apples, juicy grapes, toasted walnuts, and crunchy celery, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt and lemon dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 crisp apples (e.g., Granny Smith), washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup red grapes, sliced in half
Nuts
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Vegetables
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces and slice the grapes in half to ensure easy eating and a perfect bite size.
- Toast the walnuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped walnuts for about 5 minutes until they are fragrant and golden brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Mix the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Combine all components: Fold the chopped apples, halved grapes, toasted walnuts, and chopped celery into the dressing, mixing gently so all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and serve chilled for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For added sweetness, you can drizzle a little honey into the dressing.
- To make it vegan, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt variety.
- Use toasted pecans or almonds as a nut alternative.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days but is freshest the day it’s made.
- For extra crunch, add some diced celery leaves or water chestnuts.
