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Easy Classic Waldorf Salad with Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing

A close-up serving of creamy waldorf salad featuring chunks of apple, red and green grapes, and toasted walnuts.
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Prepare this classic Waldorf Salad quickly. It combines crisp apples, celery, grapes, and walnuts in a light, creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt for a refreshing side dish or light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped crisp apples (like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended for texture)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, adjust to apple sweetness)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Lettuce leaves, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the walnuts: Toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant. Watch them closely to prevent burning. Set aside to cool completely.
  2. Chop the fruit and vegetables: Dice the apples and celery into bite-sized pieces. Halve the grapes.
  3. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Combine ingredients: Add the chopped apples, celery, grapes, and cooled toasted walnuts to the dressing bowl.
  5. Mix gently: Fold all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the creamy dressing. Do not overmix, as this can bruise the apples.
  6. Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to combine.
  7. Serve: Serve the Waldorf Salad chilled, either on its own or placed on top of crisp lettuce leaves for presentation.

Notes

  • For a tangier dressing, substitute 1 tablespoon of the Greek yogurt with sour cream.
  • If you prefer a traditional flavor profile, replace the Greek yogurt entirely with 3/4 cup of mayonnaise.
  • To add protein for a light lunch, mix in 1 cup of cooked, shredded chicken breast.
  • To keep apples from browning, ensure they are coated thoroughly with the lemon juice in the dressing.

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