Easy Waldorf Salad
A bright, creamy, crunchy Waldorf Salad with tart apples, celery, grapes, and toasted nuts, finished with an airy whipped-cream dressing.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced tart apples or 2 apples
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup whipping cream whipped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Prep the fruit and prevent browning
- Add the diced apples to a large mixing bowl, then sprinkle with the sugar and lemon juice and toss well to coat.
Add crunch and structure
- Toss in the celery, grapes, and the toasted nuts, making sure the nuts are fully cooled so they stay crisp.
Whip, fold, and chill
- In another bowl, whip the whipping cream until peaks form, then gently fold in the mayonnaise.
- Fold the cream mixture into the apple mixture, then season with the kosher salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Chill for 1 hour or overnight, then serve by itself or on a lettuce leaf.
Notes
For best texture, use crisp apples and make sure toasted nuts are fully cooled before adding. Fold gently to keep the dressing airy. If watery on day 2, drain excess liquid and fold in a fresh dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.