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Waldorf Salad

July 22, 2022 By Patricia 56 Comments

Waldorf Salad is a classic that you’ll love today and beyond. This salad includes tart apples, celery, grapes, blueberries, and toasted pecans tossed in a light dressing. It’s a crispy and crunchy light salad.

Waldorf salad is a bowl full of crunchy goodness!

As you might know, the Waldorf Salad has been around for a long time. This salad was first created at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York City in 1896!

I had the urge to make this salad after flipping though the pages of an old cookbook recently. There were a bunch of vintage salad recipes on the pages. You know the kind: the ones with mini marshmallows, some with pieces of canned fruit, and others that were made with Jell-O. Some looked and sounded great, while others sounded…well, not so great!

Waldorf salad makes a lovely, crunchy salad for a party or part of a lighter meal.

Waldorf Salad

Back in the day, the original Waldorf salad included just apples, celery and mayonnaise. This recipe adds grapes, blueberries, pecans, mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice to the mix. It’s still simple and it’s delicious.

I love this crispy, crunchy salad as part of a light meal. It’s super for the summer and easy to make with staple ingredients you’ll likely have at home.

If you don’t have blueberries on hand, leave them out. No pecans? Use walnuts or almonds. No Granny Smith apples in the crisper? Use what you’ve got and don’t waste gas rushing off to the grocery store to pick up special ingredients.

Waldorf salad is made with mostly staple ingredients for a great, crunchy salad.

I mentioned to my mom that I was going to make this Waldorf salad, and she told me how she hadn’t had it in so long, and remembers making it for the Birthday Club she and her friends were part of back in the day.

She said she and her friends would get together to celebrate one of the club members’ birthday. She said there were about eight of them in the club and whoever hosted, made the spread. Sounds like a fun idea!

As you can imagine, putting together a lunch for eight needed to be somewhat easy. It literally took just minutes to put together this salad, and it makes enough for 4-6 people.

Waldorf salad is tasty and easy to make for a special gathering, or as part of a lighter meal.

Steps to Make Waldorf Salad

Step 1: Add the mayo, plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and honey to a small bowl and whisk. Taste and adjust as needed. Set aside.

Step 2. Toast your pecans on the stovetop for a few minutes. Chop into pieces when cooled.

Step 3: Chop the apple into small pieces, keeping the skin on for added color.

Step 4: Chop the celery into small pieces

Step 5: Cut the grapes into halves.

Step 6: Add the fruit, the celery, and the pecans to a large bowl.

Step 7: Drizzle the mayo-yogurt mixture over the ingredients and toss to coat.

Waldorf salad is a classic for a reason. The crunch and flavor of a Waldorf salad never go out of style!

To Add Mini Marshmallows or Not?

So many of those vintage salads from old cookbooks include mini marshmallows! What was going on back in the day? Maybe your mom or grandma or aunt still makes those salads (they’re classics for a reason) studded with mini marshmallows.

If you’d like to sweeten things a bit, go on and add them to this Waldorf salad (omit the honey in the dressing, though). I’d use maybe 1/2 cup of the mini marshmallows or a bit more for added fun!

More Salad Recipes to Try:

Mexican Street Corn Salad: A summer favorite in my house. Make this salad for your next cookout! 
Lobster Ravioli Pasta with Creamy Lemon Dressing: A special salad that’s more of a main dish. Oh, so good!
Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Honey-Lemon Mint Dressing: A hearty salad that’s perfect for the summer. Love those summer strawberries! 

Enjoy Waldorf salad as part of a lighter meal or for a special get together.

Waldorf salad couldn’t be easier to make. Make it part of a lighter meal this summer or serve it for your next get together!

Waldorf salad is something to serve as part of a lighter meal!

Patricia @ Grab a Plate

Yields Serves 4-6

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup diced Granny Smith apple (one large-sized apple)
  • 1 cup diced celery stalks (about 2 stalks)
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 3/4 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, rough chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2-3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (if using marshmallows, omit the honey)

Instructions

  1. Add the apple, celery, grapes, blueberries and pecans (and mini marshmallows if using) into a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice and honey (omit the honey if using mini marshmallows). Whisk to combine.
  3. Pour the mixture over the fruit and toss to combine.
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Comments

  1. Nathan says

    July 22, 2022 at 9:22 am

    What a perfect salad for the summertime! All of these flavors pair together perfectly. I'll definitely be bringing this along with me to my next barbecue!
    ★★★★★
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    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      That sounds great! Glad you like it, Nathan!
      Reply
  2. Mirlene says

    July 22, 2022 at 9:46 am

    I love this creamy salad. The addition of having more fruits like blueberries plus the nuts for the crunch was so delicious. I'm making this again!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      Thank you, Mirlene! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
      Reply
  3. Elizabeth says

    July 22, 2022 at 9:50 am

    Looks delish and light! Your photos are awesome.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you, thank you!
      Reply
  4. Bernice says

    July 22, 2022 at 9:51 am

    An absolute classic salad for a reason. Waldorf Salad has so much flavour and texture!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      Yes!! Love it :)
      Reply
  5. Amy Nash says

    July 22, 2022 at 10:22 am

    Such a wonderful summer potluck salad. It's refreshing and fruity and so easy to throw together!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      Thanks, Amy! Glad you like it!
      Reply
  6. Lizet says

    July 22, 2022 at 10:32 am

    Such a refreshing salad. I like the addition of blueberries as well. Perfect for this summer.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 4, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you, Lizet!
      Reply
  7. Amy says

    July 22, 2022 at 10:51 am

    I love waldorf salad! Reminds me of my childhood!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:33 pm

      Oh, for sure! Thanks, Amy - hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  8. kushigalu says

    July 22, 2022 at 11:04 am

    Love how flavorful and refreshing this salad recipe is. Thanks for sharing. Must try
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:33 pm

      Thanks, Kushigalu! I hope you try it and love it!
      Reply
  9. Angela says

    July 22, 2022 at 11:31 am

    Delicious and refreshing salad. I love all of the textures.
    ★★★★★
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    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:33 pm

      Thanks very much, Angela!
      Reply
  10. Elizabeth says

    July 22, 2022 at 12:39 pm

    This salad is just so vibrant and colourful! I can’t wait to try it.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:32 pm

      Mmmm! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  11. Maren says

    July 22, 2022 at 12:51 pm

    These were so tasty
    ★★★★★
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    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:32 pm

      Awesome!
      Reply
  12. Jere Cassidy says

    July 22, 2022 at 12:52 pm

    Ok, I love Waldorf salad and your recipe tastes like grandma's even with the yogurt. IMO marshmallows are a must. I love this for lunch in the summer.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:32 pm

      Awww! That's great! Thanks, Jere :) Viva mashmallows!
      Reply
  13. Nadja says

    July 22, 2022 at 1:09 pm

    I loved all the different textures from this Waldorf Salad. Plus, I never had added pecans or blueberries before—what a great addition.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:32 pm

      Thanks, Nadja - something a little different, but those ingredients don't take away from this classic!
      Reply
  14. maur says

    July 22, 2022 at 1:16 pm

    I can’t wait to make it again!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:31 pm

      Awesome! I love it!
      Reply
  15. Tayler says

    July 22, 2022 at 1:19 pm

    I love a good Waldorf salad, and this one looks amazing! Can’t wait to make it over the weekend!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:31 pm

      Yay! Enjoy, Tayler!
      Reply
  16. Nancy says

    July 22, 2022 at 2:10 pm

    I love all of the ingredients in this delicious salad! It's like the perfect summer bounty salad. I could eat it all summer long.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:31 pm

      I'm with you, Nancy! Thanks for the feedback!
      Reply
  17. Beth says

    July 22, 2022 at 3:31 pm

    Waldorf salad is one of my all-time favorite recipes. I love the flavors and all those textures. It's so good.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:30 pm

      Thanks so much, Beth!
      Reply
  18. Gina Abernathy says

    July 22, 2022 at 5:28 pm

    This salad brought back so many memories of my childhood days. I grew up eating this salad often. I say yes to the mini marshmallows. Delish!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:30 pm

      Same! Hope it brought a smile to your face! Viva marshmallows ;)
      Reply
  19. Elena says

    July 22, 2022 at 7:15 pm

    My family absolutely loved this salad. The dressing is perfectly balanced. Definitely a recipe to keep. Thank you!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:30 pm

      Thanks for letting me know! Glad you all enjoyed it!
      Reply
  20. Krystle says

    July 22, 2022 at 8:43 pm

    I haven't had this in forever; it is amazing. Blueberries add such a great flavor.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:29 pm

      Thanks, Krystle! I know - same for me - an oldie and goodie!
      Reply
  21. Wendy says

    July 23, 2022 at 6:41 am

    I love salads, and this is a new favorite way to mix things up. Thanks so much.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:28 pm

      That's great to hear, Wendy! Awesome!
      Reply
  22. Kari says

    July 23, 2022 at 8:48 am

    This salad makes me think of bbqs during my childhood. We never made it in my house but other people always did. It's a winner!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:28 pm

      Oh, that's a memory for me, too! I love it!
      Reply
  23. Angela says

    July 23, 2022 at 9:14 am

    I have not made Waldorf salad in years! This recipe for it sounds amazing, can't wait to make it!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:28 pm

      It's an oldie and goodie! Thanks, Angela!
      Reply
  24. Paula says

    July 23, 2022 at 10:18 am

    Perfect side for summer, loved this recipe
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks, Paula! Yes, I could eat it each week ;)
      Reply
  25. Tisha says

    July 23, 2022 at 8:19 pm

    This is absolutely perfect!! I love this salad
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks, Tisha! Enjoy!
      Reply
  26. Mimi says

    July 24, 2022 at 11:55 am

    It sounds delicious! So perfect for summer, I love having salads for lunch
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks, Mimi! I love summer salads, too!
      Reply
  27. Roxie says

    July 24, 2022 at 11:07 pm

    I am a fan of salad and this recipe is so good.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks so much, Roxie - I'm glad to hear it!
      Reply
  28. Catalina says

    July 25, 2022 at 7:07 am

    I love that this salad has different textures and flavors! A must try for sure!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 29, 2022 at 6:26 pm

      Thanks, Catalina! Enjoy!
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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