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classic waldorf salad

(3 ratings)
Recipe by
Gary Hancq
Port Byron, IL

This is a refreshing Treat. Said to have originated at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City in 1893. It's a time worn favorite of many, and always a winner at our Table.

(3 ratings)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min

Ingredients For classic waldorf salad

  • 1/2 c
    english walnuts chopped coarsley
  • 1/4 c
    celery chopped medium fine size of raisins
  • 1/2 c
    raisins dark preferred
  • 1
    sweet apple red traditional i like granny smith
  • 2 Tbsp
    hellman's mayo heaping
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice or real lemon (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp
    sugar
  • dash
    salt (optional)

How To Make classic waldorf salad

  • 1
    Cut apple in quarters then remove core and dice small to medium coarse. I leave the peel on apple.
  • 2
    Chop Celery to size of raisins or slightly larger. Chop English Walnuts medium coarse.
  • 3
    Place all in bowl and add Mayo, Lemon Juice and Sugar. Dash of Salt (Optional). Toss and mix all gently.
  • 4
    Add a little additional Mayo and Sugar if you wish. Sprinkle with a few additional Raisins if you wish. Serve. Enjoy.
  • 5
    Note: 1/3 cup Red Seedless Grapes, halved and then quartered, could be added.

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