Healthy Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad Recipe

Name: Healthy Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large, ripe dragon fruit; 1/3 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 1/3 cup cashews, roughly chopped; 4 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce

Servings: persons

1 large, ripe dragon fruit
1/3 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/3 cup cashews, roughly chopped
4 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce

1
Quarter the dragon fruit lengthwise.
2
Work your finger under the skin, pull it back and peel it away in 1 piece.
3
Cut each quarter into 1/4-inch-thick triangles.
4
Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, ginger and salt in a large bowl.
5
Add the apples, grapes, 3/4 of the dragon fruit pieces and 3/4 of both the cilantro and the cashews.
6
Toss to combine, and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
7
Put a lettuce leaf in each of 4 small bowls, and top each with a scoop of salad.
8
Garnish with the remaining dragon fruit, cilantro and cashews.

116

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large, ripe dragon fruit, 1/3 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, Juice of 1/2 lemon, and more.

Yes, Healthy Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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