🍎🍇 Creamy Apple Grape Walnut Salad
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes (optional but recommended)
Ingredients
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2 crisp apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji), diced
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1½ cups seedless grapes, halved
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½ cup chopped walnuts (toasted for extra flavor)
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¼ cup celery, thinly sliced (optional, for crunch)
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¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
Creamy Dressing
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
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1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish (Optional)
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Extra walnuts or fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fruit
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Dice apples and toss immediately with lemon juice to prevent browning.
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Halve grapes and set aside.
2. Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
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Mayonnaise
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Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
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Honey
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Lemon juice
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Salt and pepper
3. Assemble the Salad
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In a large bowl, combine apples, grapes, walnuts, celery, and dried fruit.
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Pour dressing over the salad and gently fold until coated.
4. Chill & Serve
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Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
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Garnish before serving.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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As a side dish for chicken, turkey, or pork
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On a bed of lettuce for a light lunch
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In a sandwich or wrap with rotisserie chicken
❓ Creamy Apple Grape Walnut Salad Q & A
Q: What apples work best?
A: Crisp, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala hold up best.
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Yes. It’s best within 24 hours. Add walnuts just before serving to keep them crunchy.
Q: How do I keep apples from browning?
A: Toss apples in lemon juice immediately after cutting.
Q: Can I make it lighter?
A: Yes. Use all Greek yogurt instead of mayo or reduce the mayo by half.
Q: Are there substitutions for walnuts?
A: Absolutely. Try pecans, almonds, or sunflower seeds.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes. Use dairy-free mayo and skip the yogurt or use a plant-based alternative.
Q: How long does it last?
A: Store covered in the refrigerator for 2–3 days.