Basic Waldorf Salad Recipe

Craving a light, refreshing, and incredibly tasty snack? This Basic Waldorf Salad recipe, inspired by Joanna Lund's "Cooking Healthy with a Man in Mind," is the perfect solution! Low-fat and packed with crunchy apples, celery, and sweet marshmallows, this recipe is easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant salad – perfect for a quick lunch, satisfying snack, or healthy side dish.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 124.7 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Waldorf Salad

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How to Make Basic Waldorf Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Splenda (or to taste).
  2. Add 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced), 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped), 1/2 cup mini marshmallows, and 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped).
  3. Gently fold all ingredients together until thoroughly combined.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Give the salad a gentle stir before serving to redistribute the ingredients.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

3g

Carbs

6g

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