Healthy Waldorf Salad Recipe (2024)

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This healthyWaldorf salad with cranberries and jicama is a bright and colorful twist on a classic! Perfect for the holidays!

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The holidays are one of my favorite times of year. But it can be hard with all of the holiday events not to pack on a ton of extra weight. One of my favorite tricks for getting through the holidays is to make sure there is plenty of healthy food on the table…as well as all the splurge items!

A healthy Waldorf saladmight not seem like the most exciting thing to turn into a holiday dish, but I beg to differ. The crunchiness, color and textures all perfectly compliment each other.

Using jicama in place of some of the apple adds an interesting taste and texture. And we swapped the mayonnaise for whole milk or greek yogurt for a delicious healthy substitute. Plenty of walnuts and and a few dried cranberries finish it out so the kids and husbands will actually eat it.

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Adding in a big green leafy salads and other salads like this Waldorf salad and this pear salad with figs and caramelized onions, is one of our tricks for the holidays to keep things a bit lighter. Another thing that we do frequently is we swap which families home we have the big dinner with each holiday. We have a big dinner on the holiday itself with one side of the family. Then the following day we will have a dinner with the other side of the family. That meal is made up of tons of salads, fruit, bread, cheese and wine.

It’s amazing! It’s such an easy fun way to enjoy each other without over indulging.

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It is perfect in this healthy Waldorf salad because the finer micro greens toss perfectly into the salad itself. The bigger lettuce varieties are the ideal background for lining the serving platters with the brilliant greens and deep purples.

I hope you make this recipe this holiday season and share it with someone you love!

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Healthy Waldorf Salad Recipe

This healthyWaldorf salad with cranberries and jicama is a bright and colorful twist on a classic! Perfect for the holidays!

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 6 -8 servings

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups diced jicama
  • 1 ½ cups diced apple
  • 1 stalk celery sliced
  • ¼ cup dried sweetened cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup Tanimura & Antle® Artisan™ Lettuce salad greens – rinsed patted dry and chopped
  • Tanimura & Antle® Artisan™ lettuce whole leaves, to serve on
  • Dressing:
  • ½ cup whole milk yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • 1. Whisk dressing ingredients together. 2. Toss dressing with jicama, apple, cranberries, walnuts, and salad greens. 3. Serve immediately on top of a bed of lettuce leaves. 4. Top with additional walnuts and cranberries if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Important: If preparing ahead of time, wrap the salad tightly in plastic wrap and do not add to a platter until serving time or lettuce leaves will wilt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 85mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g

Course : *Easy Entertaining Dishes

Cuisine : American

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FAQs

What are the nutrition facts for Waldorf salad? ›

Nutrition Information
NutrientsAmount
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium23 mg
Carbohydrates18 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
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What does a Waldorf salad contain? ›

It's a symphony of crisp apples, celery, grapes, and crunchy walnuts, tossed in a tangy-sweet, creamy dressing that adds the perfect refreshing touch. A Waldorf salad can be enjoyed year round with how simple and refreshing it is (like my ultimate chicken salad).

Which of the fruits mentioned below is used for Waldorf salad? ›

Healthy Waldorf Salad – This classic salad of apples, grapes, walnuts, and celery is given a healthy makeover with the substitution of mayo with Greek yogurt.

How to make salad fun to eat? ›

Mix fresh herbs with the greens.

When adding leafy greens to salad, think beyond lettuces, arugula, and kale to fresh herbs, like parsley, basil, cilantro, mint, and tarragon. A small handful of chopped herbs adds another dimension of flavor and gives salad a quick pop of freshness and makes it more interesting to eat.

What makes the healthiest salad? ›

Choose dark, leafy lettuces such as romaine, spinach or arugula. Proteins. Add more satisfaction to your salad with grilled skinless poultry or fish with omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, trout and herring.

What are 5 components of a satisfying salad? ›

There are five elements to a perfect salad: greens, sweetness, creaminess, crunchiness, and dressing.

What is 7 layer salad made of? ›

A fabulous 7-layer salad consisting of Romaine lettuce, peas, red onion, bacon, hard-boiled eggs, cheddar cheese and green onions. The dressing is killer!

What salad is made of apples, celery, and walnuts? ›

Waldorf Salad Ingredients

These are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this restaurant-worthy Waldorf salad recipe at home: For the dressing: mayonnaise, white sugar, lemon juice, and salt. For the salad: apples, celery, walnuts, and (optional) raisins.

What is Hawaiian salad made of? ›

Fresh Spring Mix, Topped with Julienne Carrots, Purple Cabbage, Fresh Cucumber, Shaved Red Onion, Grilled Pineapple, and Crunchy Rice Noodles. Served with a Honey Soy Dressing.

What fruit is eaten raw in salads? ›

Melons, berries, mangos, figs, and stone fruits like peaches, nectarines, plums, and cherries combine with other fresh, seasonal produce to create vibrant medleys of texture and flavor. Here are 11 ways to incorporate fruit into your summer salad.

What to eat in salad for weight loss? ›

Here are some ideas for weight-loss-friendly salads:
  • Green Salad with Grilled Chicken: Base: Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and kale). Protein: Grilled chicken breast. Vegetables: Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers. ...
  • Quinoa and Vegetable Salad: Base: Cooked quinoa. Protein: Chickpeas or grilled shrimp.
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What can I put in my salad to make it taste better? ›

12 Easy Ways to Make Salad Taste Amazing – Seriously
  1. Make Your Salad a Spectacle. ...
  2. Mix and Match Leaves. ...
  3. Upgrade Your Salad Dressings. ...
  4. Massage Your Salad Greens. ...
  5. Toss in Cooked Veggies. ...
  6. Add Fresh Herbs. ...
  7. Sweeten with Fruit. ...
  8. Heat Your Salad Dressing.
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How can I eat healthy if I hate salad? ›

Try veggies with hummus, salad dressing or yogurt-based dips. Add diced veggies such as mushrooms, onions, peppers or carrots to meatloaf or meatballs. Add vegetables as a topping on your pizza. Make a quick lettuce-free salad by adding salad dressing to matchstick carrots or sliced cucumbers.

What is the nutritional value of salad? ›

Salad greens contain Vitamin A, Vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium, folate, fiber, and phytonutrients (see Table 1). Leafy vegetables are a good choice for a healthful diet because they do not contain cholesterol and are naturally low in calories and sodium.

Which of these salads has a highest nutritional value? ›

Best: Spinach or Kale Salad

They have the most nutrients.

What is the nutrition facts of a house salad? ›

House Salad
  • Calories 148.
  • Total Fat 13g 17%
  • Saturated Fat 3.1g 16%
  • Trans Fat 0.1g.
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g.
  • Monounsaturated Fat 7.5g.
  • Cholesterol 9.3mg 3%
  • Sodium 176mg 8%

What is the nutrition of egg white salad? ›

Egg White Salad
  • Total Fat 3g. 5%
  • Saturated Fat 0g. 0%
  • Cholesterol 0mg. 0%
  • Sodium 360mg. 15%
  • Total Carbohydrates 2g. 1%
  • Dietary Fiber 0g. 0%
  • Protein 7g.
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