Best 7 Apple Delight Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Apple Delight Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures. This versatile salad showcases the crispness of fresh apples, the creamy richness of mayonnaise, and the subtle nuttiness of walnuts, all perfectly balanced by a tangy dressing. With variations ranging from a classic Waldorf Salad to a modern Apple Cranberry Salad, this versatile dish offers a multitude of flavors to satisfy every palate. Discover the secrets behind this timeless recipe and explore the diverse variations that make Apple Delight Salad a true culinary gem.

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LIGHT AND CREAMY APPLE SALAD



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Packed full of nutritious ingredients, this Light and Creamy Apple Salad is such a treat, and it's ready in about 10 minutes!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Breakfast     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups diced, unpeeled Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples ((about 1.5 medium apples))
2 cups diced unpeeled red apples (such as Red Delicious, Gala, or Honey Crisp) ((about 1.5 medium apples))
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon apple juice ((or sub with orange juice or lemon juice))
5.3 ounces (about 1/2 cup) Greek-style vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice ((can substitute with ¼ teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg))
¼ cup chopped toasted pecans
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together apples, raisins, and juice.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise and apple pie spice.
  • Gently combine yogurt mixture with apple mixture. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle with pecans and coconut.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of the salad, Calories 124 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 12 g

CANDY BAR APPLE SALAD



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This creamy, sweet snickers salad with crisp apple crunch is a real people-pleaser. It makes a lot, which is good, because it will go fast! -Cyndi Fynaardt, Oskaloosa, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
4 large apples, chopped (about 6 cups)
4 Snickers candy bars (1.86 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Fold in apples and candy bars. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CINNAMON APPLE-NUT SALAD



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This sensational apple salad features lots of color, taste and texture. But don't wait for a party to enjoy it-treat your clan to this refreshing and tasty delight on weeknights, too. The cinnamon in the dressing is a fantastic accent to the crisp apples. -Jessica Lin, West Hartford, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium red apples, chopped
3 medium Granny Smith apples, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the apples, pecans, cranberries and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apple mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DELICIOUS APPLE SALAD



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This yummy fruit salad was a favorite of my great-grandmother's. My family always enjoys it, and I'm happy knowing it's good for them, too. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups cubed apples (1/2 inch)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup miniature marshmallows
2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add celery and marshmallows. Stir in mayonnaise., Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Stir in pecans before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CANDY APPLE DELIGHT



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This recipe was made at a Pampered Chef party I held. It was gone in minutes (I almost didn't get any). I take it as a dessert to a lot of pot-luck parties.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
3 granny smith apples, peeled,cored,sliced
3 Snickers candy bars, cubed
1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, optional

Steps:

  • Combine Cool Whip and pineapple in large bowl.
  • Peel, core and slice apples.
  • Quarter slices.
  • Cut candy bars into small cubes.
  • Chop peanuts.
  • Fold apples, candy and peanuts into Cool Whip mixture.

CANDY APPLE DELIGHT RECIPE - (4/5)



CANDY APPLE DELIGHT Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by AngelaJanet

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 oz cool whip thawed
2 (8 oz) can pineapple chunks
3 granny smith apples
3 mars, or snickers bars
1/2 cup peanuts

Steps:

  • Crush pineapple. Chop peanuts. Peel and slice apples. Cut up candy bars into small cubes. Add cool whip and combine. Serve immediately.

APPLE SALAD DELIGHT



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This salad is wonderful all year round. It's very flavorful and so easy to make. If you like apples you'll love this salad.

Provided by msjill111

Categories     Apple

Time 30m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 -2 tablespoon white vinegar
1 egg, beaten
1 (12 ounce) carton Cool Whip
2 medium red apples, diced
2 medium green apples, diced
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice and set pineapple aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, vinegar and reserved juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan; stirring constantly.
  • Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and cool.
  • Fold in cool whip.
  • Fold in apples and pineapple.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Just before serving fold in the peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.4, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 13.2, Sodium 39.2, Carbohydrate 23.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 20.3, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp apples. This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and refreshing.
  • Don't overcook the apples. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds. This will add flavor and texture to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. Apple Delight Salad goes well with a variety of dressings, from simple vinaigrettes to creamy yogurt dressings.
  • Serve Apple Delight Salad immediately. This will prevent the apples from becoming brown.

Conclusion:

Apple Delight Salad is a simple, refreshing, and delicious salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give Apple Delight Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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