Waldorf Salad

Our updated version of a classic 1960s Waldorf Salad includes dried cranberries and freshly grated orange zest for added flavor, toasted pecans and a lightened version of the original mayo dressing.

Waldorf Salad

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This is a modernized version of a traditional Waldorf Salad recipe flavored with fresh orange zest, dried cranberries and toasted pecans.

Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time : 5 mins

Total Time : 20 mins

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Ingredients 

• 4 medium, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 lbs. Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into bite-sized cubes
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• Zest of 1 orange, 2 to 3 teaspoons
• 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved lengthwise
• 1 cup celery, 3 to 4 stalks, sliced
• 1 cup toasted pecan halves
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Green leaf or romaine lettuce

Instructions 

• Whisk the lemon juice, mayonnaise, yogurt and orange zest together in a large mixing bowl. Add the apples and quickly toss to coat to prevent browning.
• Add the grapes, celery, pecan halves and dried cranberries. Season with a pinch of salt and a little black pepper, then toss to combine.
• To serve, line a bowl with lettuce leaves and spoon in the salad.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Waldorf Salad

Amount per Serving

Calories

226

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

20

g

31

%

Saturated Fat

 

3

g

19

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

9

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

7

g

Cholesterol

 

7

mg

2

%

Sodium

 

103

mg

4

%

Carbohydrates

 

13

g

4

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

9

g

10

%

Protein

 

2

g

4

%

Trans Fat

 

1

g

Calcium

 

27

mg

3

%

Iron

 

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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