New York Waldorf Salad

Elevate your salad game with the classic New York Waldorf Salad, a timeless recipe that perfectly balances crisp textures and refreshing flavors. This deliciously vibrant dish combines the sweetness of red and green apples, juicy seedless red grapes, and the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts, all tied together with a creamy yet light dressing made from tangy Greek yogurt and a touch of mayonnaise. A hint of lemon juice adds brightness, while celery brings a satisfying crunch. Served on a bed of tender butter lettuce, this salad is a visual and culinary delight—ideal as a refreshing starter or a light meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect combination of quick, healthy, and flavorful, making it an irresistible addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium red apples
• 2 medium green apples
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 1 cup seedless red grapes
• 1 cup walnuts
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 leaves butter lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the apples, celery, and grapes thoroughly.

Step 2

Core the red and green apples, then chop them into bite-sized cubes. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the celery stalks into thin half-moon shapes.

Step 4

Cut the seedless red grapes in half to enhance their sweetness and make them easier to eat.

Step 5

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Let them cool, then roughly chop them.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.

Step 7

Add the chopped apples, celery slices, red grapes, and toasted walnuts into the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 8

Place the butter lettuce leaves on a serving plate or individual salad plates, forming a base for the salad.

Step 9

Spoon the Waldorf salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves for a beautiful presentation.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1298.6 grams (1298.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1810

Total Fat 125.50g	161%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.70g
Cholesterol 71mg	24%
Sodium 847mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 164.60g	60%
Dietary Fiber 28.70g	102%
Total Sugars 108.90g
Protein 34.40g	69%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358mg	28%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 2052mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 34.2%