Description
A classic and refreshing Waldorf Salad featuring toasted walnuts, crisp apples, juicy red grapes, and crunchy celery, all tossed in a creamy lemon-mustard dressing and served atop fresh romaine lettuce leaves. Perfect as a light lunch or a sophisticated side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 50g walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 apples (Granny Smith), roughly chopped
- 150g red grapes, halved
- 3 celery sticks, finely sliced
- 1 romaine or Little Gem lettuce, leaves separated and torn if large
Dressing
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 100g mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Greek-style yogurt
- ½ tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Toast the Walnuts: Heat a dry frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the walnuts and toast for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly golden and aromatic. Remove from the pan and transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Prepare the Apples: Roughly chop the apples and toss them immediately with a splash of the lemon juice to prevent browning and discoloration.
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek-style yogurt, Dijon mustard, and the remaining lemon juice. Season the mixture well with salt and pepper to taste. This dressing can be chilled and kept for up to two days.
- Combine the Salad: Add the chopped apples, halved grapes, and finely sliced celery to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Assemble: Arrange the separated and torn lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the coated fruit and celery mixture over the lettuce.
- Finish and Serve: Scatter the toasted walnuts over the salad just before serving to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
Notes
- Using Granny Smith apples adds a tartness that balances well with the creamy dressing.
- Toasting walnuts enhances their flavor; be careful not to burn them.
- The dressing can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to two days.
- For extra crunch, celery is kept finely sliced.
- Serve immediately after assembling to keep the lettuce crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Waldorf salad, apple salad, walnut salad, classic salad, creamy dressing, healthy salad, fruit and nut salad
