Nostalgia Apple Salad

Take a trip down memory lane with this refreshing Nostalgia Apple Salad, a delightful twist on the classic Waldorf salad that's perfect for any season. Bursting with crisp apples, crunchy celery, sweet seedless grapes, and toasted walnuts, this recipe blends familiar flavors with a creamy dressing made from tangy Greek yogurt, smooth mayonnaise, and a touch of honey. A splash of lemon juice ties everything together, creating a harmonious balance of tart, sweet, and savory in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook, crowd-pleasing dish is ideal as a side for brunch, a light lunch, or a vibrant addition to your holiday table. Serve it chilled, with or without a bed of romaine lettuce, to showcase its bright, wholesome appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 whole crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 2 whole celery stalks
• 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green)
• 0.5 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 whole romaine lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Core and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Slice the celery stalks thinly and add them to the bowl with the apples.

Step 4

Halve the seedless grapes and add them to the bowl as well.

Step 5

Gently toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant. Let them cool and then add to the bowl.

Step 6

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Optional: Serve scoops of the salad on top of romaine lettuce leaves for added presentation and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	571.6 grams (571.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1538

Total Fat 129.00g	165%
Saturated Fat 12.50g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 130mg	43%
Sodium 974mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 84.80g	31%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 48.80g
Protein 24.10g	48%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 952mg	20%

*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: 72.7%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 21.2%