Waldorf Salad Recipe (2024)

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by Michelle
March 21, 2011 (updated Dec 7, 2019)

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Waldorf Salad Recipe (1)

Waldorf Salad is said to have been created between 1893 and 1896 at the Waldorf Hotel (now the Waldorf-Astoria) in New York City. The fresh salad almost always includes chopped apples, grapes, celery and nuts and is dressed with a mayonnaise and lemon juice dressing. I first had this probably 10 years ago or so and instantly fell in love. I love the combination of apples, grapes and walnuts, and sometimes I add raisins as well. You can really experiment with all different sorts of variations – apples or pears, different nuts and dried fruits. It’s totally versatile and makes an awesome spring or summertime lunch, and is also perfect for serving at tea party-type settings such as baby or wedding showers.

Waldorf Salad Recipe (2)

I am sharing this recipe as a part of Kelly’s Tea Party for the Cure campaign. Foodbuzz has teamed up Electrolux and Kelly Ripa to help raise awareness of ovarian cancer and also raise funds for research. Foodbuzz and Electrolux are partnering to host a Top 9 Tea Party Takeover on Friday, March 25th. In a Top 9 Takeover, Foodbuzz asks all Featured Publishers to construct a post around a theme and then, for one day only, all Top 9 posts reflect that theme. For this Electrolux Tea Party Top 9 Takeover, Featured Publishers were asked to create the perfect tea party recipe. Foodbuzz is donating $50 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund for every tea party recipe created by a Featured Publisher before March 23rd.

I am thrilled to be taking part in another Top 9 Takeover for a good cause (you might remember my Ultimate Peanut Butter & Chocolate Banana Split last summer), and encourage you to check out http://www.kelly-confidential.com to learn more. Plus, if you select a tea party outfit on the site, Electrolux will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.

‘Tis the season for girly, summer parties!

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Waldorf Salad Recipe (3)

Waldorf Salad Recipe

Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 15 minutes mins

A classic creamy salad recipe

4.50 (6 ratings)

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250 g) cubed apples, peeled and cored
  • 1 cup (151 g) halved red grapes
  • ½ cup (50.5 g) chopped celery
  • ¼ cup (29.25 g) chopped walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • cup (149.33 g) mayonnaise
  • Lettuce

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except lettuce; mix lightly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. To serve, place a large leaf of lettuce on a plate and spoon a generous serving onto the middle of the lettuce leaf.

Calories: 70kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 157mg, Potassium: 111mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 60IU, Vitamin C: 2.5mg, Calcium: 10mg, Iron: 0.2mg

Author: Michelle

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Originally published March 21, 2011 — (last updated December 7, 2019)

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28 Comments on “Waldorf Salad”

  1. Maureen Kerr Reply

    Can I make the Waldof Salad one day in advance?

  2. audrey Reply

    i mix the fruit with vanilla yogurt and cool whip (not fat free) sooooo yummy!
    just mix the yogurt and cool whip together and blend with all other ingredients.

  3. Jessica Chiasson-Wood Reply

    Great Summer salad! Thanks for sharing.

  4. Korina @ Recipes Copycat Reply

    Definitely the best presented Waldorf Salad I have ever seen!

  5. Christine Reply

    I used to make this salad all the time for lunch at school. It was always very satisfying! To make it a bit healthier (and egg free), I would drizzle olive oil and a bit of lemon juice over the salad instead of the mayo and it was still pretty good! Not quite the purist’s version, but that’s okay. :)

  6. Joy Reply

    I have never had a waldoft salad. That looks wonderful.

  7. Bridget Reply

    My family makes a desserty version of this at the holidays – usually apples, grapes, and maraschino cherries, plus or minus nuts, with lightly sweetened whipped cream instead of mayo. I could eat tubs of it.

  8. Stephanie Reply

    This is absolute perfection!

  9. bridget {bake at 350} Reply

    Waldorf salad was always my favorite as a kid…and still is! :)

  10. Edie Reply

    Our family recipe for this is from my British grandmother. Rather than a mayo based dressing, we make our own sweet & sour dressing. So good!

  11. Cookin' Canuck Reply

    A wonderful classic salad for a very worthy cause.

  12. Cheryl and Adam @ pictureperfectmeals.com Reply

    One of my favorite childhood memories is going to the Waldorf with my mother and her introducing me to this salad. It was delicious then and delicious now!

  13. lauramich Reply

    My twist on Waldorf salad for a healthful, late summer or early fall breakfast: Use whipped cottage cheese (I go with 1% fat) as a binder instead of mayo. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve with toasted wheat English muffin or whole wheat tortilla.

  14. Nisha @ lovelaughmirch Reply

    Oh my goodness!!! I am so excited that I stumbled upon this recipe :) I am in lovvveeee with Waldorf Chicken Salad! I am always asking the chef at work when he is going to make it next. Looking forward to trying your version!

  15. Sharlene Reply

    This is a wonderful addition to the tea party! Waldorf salad is one of my favorites. I wish I had more excuses to eat it!

  16. Tracy Reply

    Love the combination of smooth and crunchy in this dish. I’ve never had this salad before but it sounds delicious!

  17. Julie @ Willow Bird Baking Reply

    I don’t think I’ve ever tried a Waldorf Salad — how funny! Must remedy that :)

  18. Lauren @ L-Mo Cooks Reply

    Easily one of my favorite salads. I make mine exactly the same as you do.

  19. doughmesstic Reply

    Delicious, and such a great cause. Good for you!

  20. Maria Reply

    Perfect for lunch!

  21. Jenny Flake Reply

    Loving this! So mmmmm!!

  22. Rachel @ The Avid Appetite Reply

    I LOVE the Waldorf salad! So delicious and absolutely perfect for a Spring party!

  23. Nicole Reply

    Oh my gosh – this brought back some wonderful memories! My grandma used to make Waldorf Salad all the time for family holiday gatherings. Your post and my nostalgia are making me crave this salad tonight!

  24. Alicia Marie Reply

    I absolutely love this salad. Sometimes I’ll add chicken if I need a heartier protein-filled lunch. Also, to make it a bit lighter, sometimes I’ll swap out the mayonnaise for non-fat plain Greek yogurt. Although, Chobani just came out with a lemon flavored Greek yogurt, so I might try that with a little extra lemon juice. Yum-O! Thanks for the post!

  25. Mandie V. Reply

    This is just one of those foods I cannot wrap my palate around. I can’t do fruit and mayo together. But if I DID like it, I’d try your recipe!

    • Barbara | VinoLuciStyle Reply

      Mandie maybe you could try substituting some or all of the mayo with yogurt? I do that to cut the fat calories and it’s equally good.

  26. Katrina Reply

    Mmm I love this salad! I also fell in love with this when I first tried it. It’s gotta be the apples.

  27. Happy When Not Hungry Reply

    This looks so delicious and perfect for spring too! Love the red grapes in there as well. Yum!

Waldorf Salad Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What does a Waldorf salad contain? ›

A Waldorf salad is a fruit and nut salad generally made of celery, fresh apples, walnuts, and grapes, dressed in mayonnaise, and traditionally served on a bed of lettuce as an appetizer or a light meal. The apples, celery, and grapes can all be green, which harmonizes the color palette of the dish.

What is ambrosia salad made of? ›

Most ambrosia recipes contain canned (often sweetened) or fresh pineapple, canned mandarin orange slices or fresh orange sections, miniature marshmallows, and coconut. Other ingredients might include various fruits and nuts: maraschino cherries, bananas, strawberries, peeled grapes, or crushed pecans.

What is the main ingredient which forms the foundation of the Waldorf salad? ›

Waldorf Salad Ingredients

Created in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York (during the 1800's), the original recipe was made up of only apples, celery, and mayo. This simple combo lived on for quite some time. But as usual, adaptations are made as time goes on.

What are the Kardashian salads? ›

The most common order from the Kardashian crew is the Chinese Chicken Salad. The salad is made up of chopped romaine lettuce, shredded chicken breast, shredded carrots, pickled ginger, chow mein noodles, and a creamy sesame dressing.

Why is it called Waldorf salad? ›

The Waldorf salad was named for the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in NYC where it was first created for a charity ball in 1896.

What salad is made of apples celery and walnuts? ›

The Waldorf Salad is a fresh fall salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, dressed up with mayonnaise and sour cream dressing, and served over a bed of fresh salad. It is very flavorful and makes a great side dish for lunch or dinner and a perfect choice for holiday tables.

What do you eat mayo with? ›

8 Surprising Ways To Use Mayonnaise For Better Dishes
  1. Use it on grilled cheese.
  2. Mix it in chocolate cake.
  3. Mix mayo in quiche.
  4. Use it to coat chicken.
  5. Add it to a cake mix.
  6. Put it on corn.
  7. Mix it into mashed potatoes.
  8. Bake muffins with it.
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What is frog eye salad made of? ›

What's in Frog Eye Salad? It's a type of pasta salad made with acini de pepe pasta, canned fruits (such as pineapple and mandarin oranges), an egg custard, and whipped topping. Often it's topped with marshmallows and/or coconut.

What is Olive Garden salad made of? ›

Olive Garden Salad Ingredients

To make this salad, you will need iceberg salad mix, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, black olives, croutons and parmesan cheese.

What olives can I use instead of Nicoise? ›

If You Can't Find Niçoise Olives For Your Salad, Kalamata Are A Perfect Replacement. Originally a sandwich made with tomatoes, anchovies, and olive oil (the pan bagnat), the niçoise salad has evolved over the years to become a classic summertime salad.

What is the most popular salad in America? ›

Caesar Salad

It is a popular choice in many American restaurants and is often served as a side dish or a main course.

What is in Cool Whip? ›

Cool Whip Original is made of water, hydrogenated vegetable oil (including coconut and palm kernel oils), high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, skimmed milk, light cream (less than 2%), sodium caseinate, natural and artificial flavor, xanthan and guar gums, polysorbate 60, sorbitan monostearate, sodium polyphosphate, ...

Why is it called ambrosia salad in USA? ›

Ambrosia was so named for the food of the Greek and Roman gods. Its region of origin is lost to history. Its ties to the South are strong, though some believe it began in Vermont or elsewhere in New England.

What are 5 components of a satisfying salad? ›

There are five elements to a perfect salad: greens, sweetness, creaminess, crunchiness, and dressing.

Why is it called a Waldorf salad? ›

The salad was part of a menu created by Edouard Beauchamp, the Waldorf's original executive chef, and Oscar Tschirky, its maitre d'hotel. Tschirky, eventually nicknamed Oscar of the Waldorf, is reputed to have been the salad's creator.

What is a common ingredient in most bound salads? ›

Bound salads are probably not the healthiest option in the land of salads, but they are so delicious! The reason they are a less-healthy option is that the binding agents are typically mayonnaise-based. Some of the most popular bound salads are egg and tuna.

What is the main ingredient of bound salad? ›

Bound salad: ingredients such as meat, poultry, fish, egg, or starch such as potato, pasta, or rice and bound with mayo. Vegetable salad: cooked and/or raw vegetables (coleslaw); can be bound with mayo or mixed with vinegar/oil dressing.

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