Waldorf Salad
Celebrate the crispness of apples, the crunch of celery, and the richness of roasted walnuts in this Waldorf Salad, an elegant salad that's quick to assemble and delightful to savor.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Walnuts:
- 200 g Walnuts
- 1 White Egg
- 50 g Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
- 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds
For the Salad:
- 2 Stalks of Celery
- Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 2 Apples
- 12 Grapes
For the Dressing:
- 150 g Yogurt
- 150 g Creme Fraiche
- 1 teaspoon White Pepper Powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, place a walnut, pour the white egg, and mix well until combined.
- Add sugar, chili powder, paprika, cumin powder, and fennel seeds, mix and toss until coated.
- Spread the coated walnuts on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 10 minutes or until they are toasted. Allow them to cool.
- Slice the celery stalks thinly into strips.
- In a large bowl, place sliced celery. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add water and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Slice the apple thinly with a mandoline and place into the lemon juice water.
- Remove sliced apples from the water, cut them thinly into strips and place them together with the celery.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, creme fraiche, white pepper powder and lemon juice.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the Waldorf Salad on a plate with a few half grapes around the plate.
- Place the spiced walnuts on a cutting board and chop.
- Place the chopped walnuts on top of the salad and a few spiced walnuts around the salad.
Notes
Fresh Ingredients: When you're picking apples for this recipe, go for the fresh and crisp ones. Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith apples are perfect choices. For the celery, look for firm stalks that have a bright, vibrant color. This way, you'll get the best flavors and textures in your dish!
Preparation Techniques: When you're chopping the apples and celery, try to keep the pieces the same size. This way, every bite has a nice, balanced texture. Also, soak the apple slices in some water with a bit of lemon juice to keep them from turning brown. It’ll keep your dish looking fresh and tasty!
Spicy Walnuts: When you're making the spicy walnuts, feel free to tweak the spices to your liking. Roast the walnuts until they smell amazing and turn a lovely golden-brown. This way, they'll be perfectly tasty and crunchy!
Dressing: Mix the yogurt and creme fraiche really well to get a nice, creamy dressing. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, and remember to consider the spice from the walnuts so everything balances out perfectly.
Consistency: Make sure the dressing is smooth and well-mixed so it coats all the salad ingredients evenly. This way, every bite will be delicious!
Chilling Time: After you put the salad together, let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This gives the flavors a chance to blend and makes it taste even better!
Grapes: If you can, use seedless grapes and cut them in half. This makes it super easy to mix them into the salad.
Balancing Flavors: Before serving, give the salad a taste and tweak the seasoning if you need to. Make sure it's got a good mix of sweetness, creaminess, and a little spice.
Customization: Feel free to make this salad your own by adding or leaving out ingredients to suit your taste. You could toss in some raisins or use Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
Serve Fresh: Waldorf Salad tastes best when it's fresh and crispy. But if you're prepping ahead, save adding those spicy walnuts until you're ready to serve. That way, they stay wonderfully crunchy and delicious!
Nutrition
Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 463mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 482IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 2mg