Best 3 Winter Fruit Waldorf Salad Recipes

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When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing like a delicious and comforting winter fruit Waldorf salad to warm your heart and soul. This classic salad is a delightful combination of crisp apples, crunchy celery, juicy grapes, and walnuts, all tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It's a perfect side dish for any holiday meal, or it can be enjoyed as a light and refreshing lunch or dinner. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this winter fruit Waldorf salad is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WINTER FRUIT WALDORF SALAD



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Orange yogurt is a light and luscious surprise in a classic apple salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium unpeeled red apples, diced
2 medium unpeeled pears, diced
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup Yoplait® Original yogurt orange crème (from 6-oz container)
2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate
8 cups shredded lettuce
Walnut halves, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix apples, pears, celery, raisins and dates.
  • In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt and juice concentrate until well blended. Add to fruit; toss to coat. (Salad can be refrigerated up to 1 hour.)
  • Serve salad on lettuce. Garnish with walnut halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 Cup), Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

WINTER WALDORF SALAD



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Make and share this Winter Waldorf Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons honey
1/2 tablespoon lemon rind, grated
3/4 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large granny smith apples, chopped
2 large Red Delicious apples, chopped
2 large golden delicious apples, chopped
1/4 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped and toasted
6 breadsticks
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients in large bowl.
  • Stir in all salad ingredients except walnuts. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  • Stir in walnuts just before serving in martini glasses, and add a crunchy breadstick and some pomegranate seeds to garnish.

AUTUMN WALDORF SALAD



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A festive fall fruit salad made with yogurt instead of the usual mayonnaise.

Provided by ALLIDAWN

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup plain yogurt
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 pear, diced
1 apple, diced
1 cup sliced celery
½ cup raisins
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 dash ground cinnamon
1 dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt and brown sugar together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Combine pear, apple, celery, raisins, cranberries, and walnuts in a bowl. Add dressing and toss well to combine. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top.
  • Chill salad before serving, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 70.3 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 51.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal fruits. Winter fruits like apples, oranges, and grapes will be at their peak flavor during the winter months.
  • Choose a variety of fruits. This will give your salad a more interesting flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to your salad for a unique twist.
  • Make sure to use a good quality mayonnaise. This will help to bind the salad together and give it a creamy texture.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the fruits crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

This refreshing salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of winter fruits. It's easy to make and can be served as a side dish or light lunch. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this winter fruit Waldorf salad a try.

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