Northwest Waldorf Salad

Experience a fresh spin on a classic with this Northwest Waldorf Salad, a vibrant and tangy dish that combines the crispness of Granny Smith apples and Anjou or Bosc pears with the natural sweetness of red seedless grapes and dried cranberries. Toasted hazelnuts add a rich, nutty crunch, while the creamy dressing made from a harmonious blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and freshly squeezed lemon juice provides a delightful tang. Served over a bed of mixed greens, this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor and texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and refreshing for a light lunch, side dish, or holiday table centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large tart apple (e.g., Granny Smith)
• 1 large ripe pear (e.g., Anjou or Bosc)
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups mixed greens, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Wash the apple, pear, and celery thoroughly under running water and pat them dry.

Step 2

Core the apple and pear, then dice them into bite-sized chunks. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Slice the celery stalks into thin slices and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Add the halved red grapes, dried cranberries, and toasted hazelnuts to the bowl with the fruits and celery.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

When ready to serve, line a serving platter or individual plates with mixed greens. Scoop the Waldorf Salad on top of the greens.

Step 9

Garnish with additional hazelnuts or a small drizzle of honey if desired. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1222.9 grams (1222.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1548

Total Fat 81.10g	104%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 65mg	22%
Sodium 945mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 199.50g	73%
Dietary Fiber 32.80g	117%
Total Sugars 141.80g
Protein 24.50g	49%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392mg	30%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 2228mg	47%

*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: 44.9%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 49.1%