Updated Waldorf Salad with Apple Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Updated Waldorf Salad with Apple Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon safflower or grapeseed oil; 1/2 cup whole-wheat pearl couscous; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup safflower or grapeseed oil; 1 large Gala apple, cored and cut into 1/4-to- 1/2-inch dice; 1 small fennel bulb, chopped into 1/4-to- 1/2-inch pieces; 1 cup small green seedless grapes, halved; 3/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted; 6 outer leaves from a large radicchio

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon safflower or grapeseed oil
1/2 cup whole-wheat pearl couscous
Kosher salt
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup safflower or grapeseed oil
1 large Gala apple, cored and cut into 1/4-to- 1/2-inch dice
1 small fennel bulb, chopped into 1/4-to- 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup small green seedless grapes, halved
3/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted
6 outer leaves from a large radicchio

1
Make the couscous: In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the couscous and toast until lightly golden, about 4 minutes.
3
Add 3/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.
4
Lower the heat so the water simmers; cover the pan and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
5
Uncover the pan and set aside to cool.
6
Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the oil.
7
Make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the apple, fennel, grapes, walnuts and couscous.
8
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, tossing until coated.
9
Put 1 radicchio leaf on each plate.
10
Spoon the salad into each leaf, allowing some to spill over.
11
Photograph by Kana Okada

355

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 tablespoon safflower or grapeseed oil, 1/2 cup whole-wheat pearl couscous, Kosher salt, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Updated Waldorf Salad with Apple Vinaigrette 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!

Updated Waldorf Salad with Apple Vinaigrette

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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