Best 12 Simply Wonderful Waldorf Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic, Waldorf Salad, a culinary masterpiece that has delighted palates for over a century. Originating from New York City's renowned Waldorf Astoria Hotel, this iconic dish embodies elegance and sophistication. With its vibrant combination of crisp apples, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and toasted walnuts, all bound together by a creamy, tangy mayonnaise dressing, Waldorf Salad offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of Waldorf Salad recipes takes this classic dish to new heights, offering variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the traditional recipe that stays true to its roots to innovative twists that incorporate unique ingredients and dressings, our recipes ensure that every Waldorf Salad enthusiast finds their perfect match. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise dressing or a lighter yogurt-based alternative, our recipes provide options to suit every palate. Discover the versatility of Waldorf Salad as we guide you through creating this timeless dish, perfect for everything from elegant dinner parties to casual family gatherings. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the delicious world of Waldorf Salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC WALDORF SALAD



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Crunchy with crisp apples, celery and toasted nuts, this easy Waldorf salad is a classic recipe perfect for a crowd any time of year.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Add the diced apples to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with the sugar and lemon juice. Toss to coat. Add the celery, grapes, and nuts.
  • In another bowl, whip the whipping cream until peaks form, then gently fold in the mayonnaise. Fold into the apple mixture and season with the kosher salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking. Chill for 1 hour or overnight. Serve by itself or on a lettuce leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 275 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

IT'S A WONDERFUL WALDORF



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Provided by Alton Brown

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Ginger Gold apples (Fuji will substitute)
1 Red Delicious apple
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 pinch kosher salt
Cracked black pepper
3/4 cup toasted walnuts, crushed
1 cup golden raisins
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 stalks celery, thin bias cut
1/3 cup fresh mint, chiffonade
1/2 red onion, julienned
1 head romaine lettuce, heart only

Steps:

  • Cut apples in half and remove the core with a melon baller. Chop apples into medium-sized pieces, leaving skin on.
  • In a bowl, toss apples with the cider vinegar. Fold in mayonnaise thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Fold in walnuts, raisins, curry powder, celery, mint and red onion. Adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to incorporate. To serve, arrange 2 leaves of romaine lettuce per plate and spoon salad on top.

SIMPLY WONDERFUL WALDORF SALAD



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Love this fresh version of the waldorf salad you use cream cheese and orange juice instead of mayo. I got this one from my Mom over 18 years ago, not sure where she got it. My boys will even eat this one.

Provided by DeeMiddleton

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon orange rind, grated
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3 cups apples, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, orange juice, orange rind, and sugar mix until well blended. Add apples, celery and pecans and mix lightly then chill.

THE ORIGINAL WALDORF SALAD



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"Millions who never visited the Waldorf owe him a debt," The New York Times wrote in 1950, upon Oscar Tschirky's death. Mr. Tschirky, a Swiss immigrant who became known as "Oscar of the Waldorf," is credited with creating this piece of Americana in 1893, a timeless dish whose popularity has spread far past the Waldorf's exclusive doors and into home kitchens. Over time, variations would include blue cheese, raisins and chopped walnuts, which can be added here alongside the celery and apples. But the original is an exercise in simplicity: four ingredients that have lived on for over a century.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving (as a main course)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium ripe apple
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Salt and pepper
2 cups lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Peel apple and cut into halves. Remove core and slice halves 1/4-inch thick. Reserve 4 slices. Cut remaining slices into thin strips.
  • In a medium bowl, mix celery, mayonnaise and apple strips; season with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange on lettuce and top with apple slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 517, UnsaturatedFat 38 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 909 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams

WONDERFUL WALDORF SALAD



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This is a great fall salad. So easy and I always get recipe requests. I think the original was from Alton Brown, but I changed a few things. This is great for Thanksgiving or other harvest party. It also travels well for a fall picnic or pot luck. The recipe calls for golden raisins but I like the black ones. I think the contrast is nicer too. Add some left over grilled chicken for a great meal. I always eat the leftover (if there is any) from Thanksgiving with left over turkey mixed in for lunch the next day. Cooking time is chill time.

Provided by Ilysse

Categories     Apple

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ginger gold apples or 2 fuji apples
1 Red Delicious apple
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper
3/4 cup walnuts, crushed
1 cup raisins
1 small red onion, julienned

Steps:

  • Dice apples, leaving skin on.
  • Toss the apples with the cider vinegar.
  • Fold in the mayo and combine well.
  • Season with salt and pepper (just a pinch of each. You can always add more later or let your guests add it to their own serving).
  • Fold in nuts and raisins.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Very pretty served in lettuce cups or over a bed of leafy greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.5, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 424.3, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 37.3, Protein 5.4

ELISE'S FAVORITE WALDORF SALAD



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A slightly sweet salad with a touch of cinnamon.

Provided by Gina Maling

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups diced apples
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup mayonnaise
6 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine apples, celery, and pecans in a bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon together in a separate bowl until well combined.
  • Whip heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form; fold into mayonnaise mixture to form a creamy dressing.
  • Fold apple mixture into the dressing until coated; chill in refrigerator for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 120.3 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

SIMPLE WALDORF SALAD



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This is my go-to salad when I need a quick little meal. When I want a sweeter taste, I use whipped cream instead of yogurt. -Wendy Masters, East Garafraxa, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large Gala or Honeycrisp apples, unpeeled and chopped (about 3 cups)
2 cups chopped celery
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine apples, celery, raisins and walnuts. Add mayonnaise and yogurt; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLY THE BEST CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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This is an easy and delicious recipe, sure to be a favorite for any occasion. The recipe is for 3 to 4 servings (double the ingredients if you want to serve more people). Enjoy.

Provided by Jackie

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup chopped walnuts
2 cooked rotisserie chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup dried cranberries
½ Granny Smith apple, cored and cubed
¼ cup chopped red onion
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup vanilla yogurt
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Spread chopped walnuts onto a baking sheet.
  • Roast walnuts in the preheated oven until they are fragrant and browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  • Lightly toss chicken with grape halves, cranberries, apple, walnuts, and onion in a salad bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, vanilla yogurt, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss again to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

SIMPLE WALDORF SALAD



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This is my version of Waldorf Salad; it's very fast and easy.

Provided by Mary Brotherton

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup mayonnaise
2 ½ tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
1 large stalk celery, diced
½ cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and vinegar.
  • Add the apples, celery, raisins and walnuts if desired. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix together well and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 343.3 mg, Sugar 30.5 g

WALDORF SALAD



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Apples, nuts and celery-a classic combination. The best part? You need only 10 minutes to throw it all together!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons milk
3 medium unpeeled red eating apples, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
3 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped nuts
Salad greens, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice and milk in medium bowl.
  • Stir in apples, celery and nuts. Serve on salad greens. Cover and refrigerate any remaining salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

WALDORF SALAD II



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This traditional salad is delicious, and you can vary the ingredients to your preference. Try adding diced, roasted chicken to make this salad a meal!

Provided by Penny

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 apples -- peeled, cored, and chopped
1 cup thinly sliced celery
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and salt.
  • Stir in the apples, celery, walnuts, and raisins. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 170.8 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

MORGAN'S WALDORF SALAD



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The idea of Waldorf salad was unappealing to me for years. So I experimented with ingredients a bit and finally found a recipe that's incredibly delicious! This is my own spin on the traditional Waldorf salad. The ingredients crisp, filling, and bursting with juicy flavor. Perfect for hot summer days when you don't feel like firing up the stove.

Provided by Morgan

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Granny Smith apple, cubed
1 Golden Delicious apple, cubed
1 Gala apple, cubed
1 Bosc pear, cubed
3 ribs celery, chopped
¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 cup sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon granulated cane sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine Granny Smith apple, Golden Delicious apple, Gala apple, Bosc pear, celery, cranberries, walnuts, and pecans in a large bowl.
  • Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, and lemon juice together in a separate bowl for the dressing.
  • Pour dressing into apple mixture; toss until evenly coated. Chill in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 152.6 mg, Sugar 18.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through, but still tender and juicy.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Use a variety of textures and flavors. This will make your salad more interesting and enjoyable to eat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make Waldorf salad, so find one that you like and enjoy.

Conclusion:

Waldorf salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. With its combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy ingredients, Waldorf salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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