The Waldorf Salad recipe is straightforward and delicious and can be made with ingredients from your pantry. It is ready in 15 minutes and easy for family gatherings or potlucks.
Granny's Classic Waldorf Salad
I have been making this classic Waldorf Salad recipe for the holidays and special occasions for years. The recipe comes from my Mother. It is one of my favorite recipes growing up.
The original Waldorf Salad was introduced on March 14, 1893, at the Waldorf Istoria Hotel in New York by the first executive chef for a charity ball and became an instant success.
In years since, the original recipe, which consisted of apples, celery, and mayonnaise, has taken on more additions.
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HERE ARE INGREDIENT ADDITIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
Grapes. Red or green grapes can be used. If they are large, cut them in half.
Turkey or Chicken. This can become a main dish and a great way to incorporate leftovers into a meal.
Pineapple. This gives the salad a tropical flare.
Raisins, dates, or dried cranberries. This adds some sweetness and a chewy texture to the salad.
Walnuts. This is one of the first ingredients added to the original recipe, becoming traditional.
Mini marshmallows. A fun addition to interest children.
Optional Ingredients. Blue, feta, and cheddar cheese can add a creamy texture.
TIPS AND TIDBITS TO MAKE THE BEST WALDORF SALAD
Apples. I chose a ratio of 1 tart apple to 2 sweet apples, such as 1 granny smith and 2 red delicious.
Walnuts. I like the slightly chopped walnuts. Toast them in the oven will bring out the lovely aroma.
Ingredient size. Chop up the apples celery close to the size of the raisins and walnuts.
Walnuts. I like the slightly chopped walnuts. Toast them in the oven will bring out the lovely aroma.
Ingredient size. Chop up the apples celery close to the size of the raisins and walnuts.
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE WALDORF SALAD
Granny smith apples
Red delicious apples
Lemon juice
Celery
Walnuts
Golden raisins
Mayonnaise
Red delicious apples
Lemon juice
Celery
Walnuts
Golden raisins
Mayonnaise
HOW TO MAKE WALDORF SALAD
Place apple chunks in a large bowl and toss with lemon juice.
Toss celery, walnuts, and golden raisins in with the apples.
Add mayonnaise and stir until apples, celery, raisins, and walnuts are well coated.
Refrigerated salad until ready to serve.
Toss celery, walnuts, and golden raisins in with the apples.
Add mayonnaise and stir until apples, celery, raisins, and walnuts are well coated.
Refrigerated salad until ready to serve.
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