Waldorf Salad Redux Recipe

Name: Waldorf Salad Redux
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ teaspoons honey; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon toasted walnut oil; 6 tablespoons light sour cream; 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, lightly toasted; 1 pinch salt; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 cups water; 4 -5 small unpeeled apples (or 3 medium); 1 cup celeriac, peeled and julienned into 2-inch lengths (celery root); 1 cup toasted walnut halves; 1 cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

1 ½ teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon toasted walnut oil
6 tablespoons light sour cream
1 tablespoon mustard seeds, lightly toasted
1 pinch salt
1 lemon, juice of
2 cups water
4 -5 small unpeeled apples (or 3 medium)
1 cup celeriac, peeled and julienned into 2-inch lengths (celery root)
1 cup toasted walnut halves
1 cup dried cranberries

1
To make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and vinegar.
2
Add the mustard and walnut oil and whisk well.
3
Add the sour cream, mustard seeds and salt and whisk again.
4
To make salad: In a large bowl combine lemon juice and the 2 cups water.
5
Quarter, core and thinly slice apples, placing the slices in the lemon water as you work.
6
Drain apples thoroughly and pat dry.
7
In another large bowl combine apples, celeriac, walnuts and cranberries.
8
Toss with the salad dressing and refrigerate or serve immediately.
9
Note: To toast seeds, spread on baking sheet and bake in a 350-degree oven for 3 to 5 minutes or until brown.
10
Note: Gala or Honeycrisp apples are good choices.
11
For a little sour kick, trade out one for a Granny Smith apple.

531

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ teaspoons honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon toasted walnut oil, and more.

Yes, Waldorf Salad Redux 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.

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Waldorf Salad Redux

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Variations & substitutions

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