Best 6 Cranberry Waldorf Salad Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Cranberry Waldorf Salad, a delightful dish that combines sweet, tart, and nutty elements for a refreshing and satisfying treat. Featuring crisp apples, crunchy celery, juicy grapes, and plump cranberries, this salad offers a delightful textural contrast that awakens your taste buds. Candied walnuts add a touch of sweetness and crunch, while creamy mayonnaise and tangy sour cream create a smooth and flavorful dressing that complements the salad perfectly. This recipe also includes a variation for a Vegan Cranberry Waldorf Salad, catering to those with dietary restrictions or preferences. Both versions promise an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
Cranberries grow in the coastal area about 50 miles from our home. When they become available, I always make this creamy salad. -Faye Huff, Longview, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine cranberries and sugar; let stand 30 minutes. Add next 5 ingredients and mix well. Gently fold in whipped cream; chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pecans and walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 6 minutes. Cool completely and roughly chop.
- Stir together the sour cream, chives, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Add the celery, apples, grapes, cranberries and nuts and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
This is an old family recipe. I don't know where it came from originally. I am made to bring this salad every Thanksgiving, my sister says it's not really Thanksgiving without it! It does sit overnight to mellow the cranberries, but the prep is quick.
Provided by Sheynath
Categories Fruit
Time P1DT20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse the cranberries and remove any stems or leaves.
- Grind the cranberries and marshmallows together using a meat grinder or chop in a food processor.
- Turn the cranberry mixture into a bowl and add the sugar.
- Stir well, then cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Next day, whip the cream to soft peaks, then gently stir into cranberry mixture.
- Add the chopped apple (do not peel it), halved grapes and nuts and just mix through.
ZESTY CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
Member's Choice An amazing twist on Waldorf Salad. The dressing is tangy and sweet when the orange and lemon zest is folded in. Apples, grapes, celery, and walnuts are traditional ingredients in a Waldorf Salad and we love the combination of flavors and textures. Where this is a little different is the dried cranberries. They add...
Provided by Julia Ferguson
Categories Fruit Sides
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In a medium-sized bowl mix together the mayo, sour cream, and honey for the dressing. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- 2. In a very large bowl, mix together the grapes, walnuts, celery, and cranberries.
- 3. Mix in the peeled and diced apples, lemon zest, and orange zest.
- 4. Mix in mini-marshmallows.
- 5. Pour dressing mixture over apple mixture.
- 6. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are coated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Mix again right before serving.
HOLIDAY CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
This is lovely to serve on the holiday table along side of a turkey or a ham...and it is so easy to make...if desired, you could add some seedless red grapes to the salad if desired...this recipe is enough for four people, so double or triple if you are having alot of guests for dinner.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Fruit
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a serving bowl, combine the apples, celery and cranberries.
- In a small bowl, combine mayo, sugar and lemon juice; mix well.
- Pour over apple/cranberry mixture; toss well to combine.
HONEYED CRANBERRY WALDORF SALAD
A touch of honey gives this simple salad a bit of sweetness while chopped apple and celery provide crunch. Best of all, it takes mere minutes to toss together for a quick lunch or side dish.-Barbara McFeters, Aurora, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the apple, cranberries and celery. Combine mayonnaise and honey; pour over apple mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cranberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have any walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and chop the ingredients up to 24 hours in advance. Store the dressing and ingredients separately in the refrigerator, then assemble the salad just before serving.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought mayonnaise instead of making your own.
- Garnish the salad with a few sprigs of fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of color.
Conclusion:
Cranberry Waldorf salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that's 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 satisfying salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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