The Autumn Waldorf Salad is a delightful and flavorful twist on the classic Waldorf Salad, perfectly capturing the essence of the fall season. This refreshing dish combines a variety of crisp and juicy autumnal fruits with crunchy nuts, all tossed in a creamy dressing for a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
Start with a base of fresh, crisp mixed greens like arugula or a combination of spinach and kale. Then, add the star ingredients of autumn: crisp apples, preferably varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji, thinly sliced to bring a sweet and tart crunch to the salad. Include juicy red grapes, sliced in half, for a burst of natural sweetness that complements the other elements.
For an added layer of texture and richness, incorporate candied pecans or walnuts. These nuts provide a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness, balancing the overall taste profile. If preferred, you can also opt for toasted nuts to enhance their natural flavors.
The dressing plays a crucial role in tying all the components together. Create a luscious dressing by combining Greek yogurt with a touch of honey for sweetness and Dijon mustard for a hint of tanginess. Season with a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg to evoke the warm and cozy flavors of autumn.
Gently toss the salad with the dressing just before serving, ensuring that each ingredient is coated evenly. The result is a visually appealing and palate-pleasing Autumn Waldorf Salad that celebrates the seasonal bounty. This dish is perfect for fall gatherings, holiday feasts, or as a light yet satisfying meal on its own. Enjoy the crispness of autumn with every forkful of this delectable and nutritious salad.
Autumn Waldorf Salad Recipe | S2Recipes
Details Autumn Waldorf Salad Recipes
Prep Time: 20 mins
Additional Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: 2
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients For Autumn Waldorf Salad Recipes
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 pear, diced
1 apple, diced
1 cup sliced celery (Optional)
½ cup raisins
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 dash ground cinnamon (Optional)
1 dash ground nutmeg (Optional)
Instructions: Autumn Waldorf Salad Recipes
Step 1: Mix yogurt and brown sugar together in a bowl to make dressing.
Step 2: Combine pear, apple, celery, raisins, cranberries, and walnuts in a bowl. Add dressing and toss well to combine. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top.
Step 3: Chill salad before serving, at least 30 minutes.
This was wonderful! My dinner group raved about it! I just used enough of everything so it would serve 8! YUM!
The pears were not ripe, so I doubled up on the apples. This feels like a healthier alternative to the apple-Snickers salad.
Very good. Next time I would use white sugar instead of brown.
Absolutely loved this! I used Mayo instead
Talk about good and easy! I only had apples... one gala and one Granny Smith. This worked nicely.
This was such a hit at our New Year's dinner party, the first dish cleared. Since it was for 14 people I used 4 pears, 4 golden apples, left out the celery. I used plain Greek yogurt, added brown sugar and honey in to sweeten the yogurt. I peeled the apples and pears, chopped them about 1 inch thick (bite size), squeezed 1 lemon over the fruit, mixed and refrigerate. I roasted pecans and sunflower seeds in the oven til golden brown, this gives it a better nutty flavor. I added the cinnamon in the yogurt, then dried mixed fruits (raisins, cranberries, blueberries) also in the yogurt. About an hour before dinner I mixed the fruits in the yogurt then topped with the pecans and sunflower seeds. When the guest sat down to eat I mixed the nuts (last to keep it crunchy) in with the yogurt.
Delicious! I used vanilla yogurt (it’s what I had on hand) so I did not add the brown sugar. Used less celery than stated but next time I’ll use the full amount. The cinnamon was a nice touch, didn’t use the nutmeg because I don’t care much for it. Will definitely make again.
Awesome change of pace. Used up my grapes instead of raisins and only had vanilla yogurt in the house so I skipped the brown sugar , the cinnamon and nutmeg make this smell delightful. The first time I made this I followed the recipe and served it for thanksgiving desert, lately I make it for desert or snack. Really love the aroma of this.
I didn’t measure anything. I used vanilla yogurt and real mayo, brown sugar, and a dash of cinnamon. I also added some slice red grapes. This was delicious!!
