Tart and tangy apples, plus and a few simple ingredients, are all that's needed for this Classic Waldorf Salad (just like grandma used to make!) This salad is great in the summertime and pairs well with a classic sandwich. It also makes a great potluck dish, so give it a try at your next backyard barbecue!

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Ingredients
- Apples - Crisp, tart apples are best here. My favorite are Grannysmith and Honeycrisp.
- Pineapple - I prefer canned pineapple over fresh (which is very unlike me!)
- Celery
- Walnuts - Throw some whole walnuts in a Ziplock and pound them with a mallet. That's what I do. (And yes, it's stress relief).
- Raisins - I like the golden raisins because they give it a pretty color.
- Mayonnaise - I'm a Hellman's girl. What can I say.
- Lemon - Only a tiny squeeze of fresh lemon to prevent the apples from browning.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
What Can I Substitute in this Recipe?
- Dried fruit - Regular raisins or Craisins would be a good substitute.
- Nuts - Pecans would work here, too.
How Can I Customize this Recipe?
- There are many variations of this salad since it first originated. Try adding grapes or whipped cream. Have a sweet tooth? Just a pinch sugar then (if you keep it hush).
- Turn this recipe into a fun poolside snack for the kiddos. See what we did there?
How Should I Store and Reheat this Recipe?
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
This dish is not freezer-friendly.
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Have Leftover Ingredients?
- Extra golden raisins are also used in my favorite broccoli salad and broccoli slaw recipes.
- Buy too many apples? Pan fry them and serve them on top of these steel-cut oats for breakfast.
- Celery is an ingredient you'll find in most of our soup recipes.
- Leftover walnuts? Toss them in a salad or freeze them and save them for later.
In The Mood For a Similar Dish?
Try these other fruit salad ideas:
- Berry Delicious Summer Salad
- Roquefort Honeycrisp Apple Salad
- Candy Apple Salad
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Recipe FAQs
Do walnuts go bad?
Yes, walnuts can become rancid and should not be consumed if they smell or taste funny. Instead, try freezing them for salad toppings or for that famous batch of homemade cookies.
Where did Waldorf salad originate?
A little birdie told me that it was created at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York. It was served at a charity ball and the original version did not contain nuts.
How long have people been enjoying this classic fruit salad?
Over 100 years! Can you believe it?
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Classic Waldorf Salad
Tart and tangy apples, plus and a few simple ingredients, are all that's needed for this classic Waldorf salad (just like grandma used to make!) This salad is great in the summertime and pairs well with a classic sandwich. It also makes a great potluck dish, so give it a try at your next backyard barbecue!
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Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 3 med Grannysmith apples
- 1 med Honeycrisp apple
- 5 rings Dole pineapple
- 2 qty Celery stalks
- ½ cup Chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup Golden raisins
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lemon
Instructions
- Wash all produce.
- Slice apples into medium sized chunks.
- Dice celery and pineapple into small pieces.
- Mix all ingredients together and add mayonnaise with a teaspoon of lemon juice. Stir well.
- Chill and serve cold.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 121mgPotassium: 225mgFiber: 4gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 82IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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