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Serving bowl with Waldrof salad garnished with grapes and walnuts.

Creamy and Crunchy Waldorf Salad


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  • Author: Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Classic Waldorf Salad with crisp apples, crunchy celery, juicy grapes, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing - a perfect turkey side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups diced green apples, peeled (340 grams, about 2 apples)
  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely diced (200 grams, roughly half a pineapple)
  • 3 cups finely shredded cabbage, avoid the toughest core (200 grams)
  • 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped (100 grams)
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp mayonnaise (250 grams)
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped (250 mililiters)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup seedless blue (or red) grapes, halved lengthwise and crosswise (200 grams)
  • For garnish: Halved grapes and whole walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare apples: In a large bowl, toss the diced apples with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Add fruits and veggies: Add the celery, pineapple, shredded cabbage, grapes, and chopped walnuts. Mix gently.
  3. Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the sugar until soft peaks form.
  4. Make the dressing: Fold the whipped cream into the mayonnaise and lemon juice to make a light dressing.
  5. Combine: Combine the dressing with the fruit and vegetable mixture. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Chill: Let the Waldorf salad chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  7. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with halved grapes and whole walnuts.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, however the crunch keeps well for several days (as a leftover), maximum 5-7 days. For substitutions and variations, please read the blog post.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: Side dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 120
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 20