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autumn apple waldorf salad (sallye)

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Recipe by
sallye bates
@grandedame
Austin, TX

The traditional Waldorf Salad except with a few tweaks. This was a must have salad years ago, but for some reason, it has largely lost its popularity. Makes a great holiday side dish.

yield 4 to 8 depending on appetite
prep time 20 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For autumn apple waldorf salad (sallye)

  • 1/2 c
    rice vinegar***
  • 1/2 c
    olive oil, extra virgin***
  • 1/8 c
    sherry (optional)
  • 2 lg
    granny smith apples
  • 2 lg
    red delicious apples
  • 3
    ribs celery
  • 3
    green onions (optional)
  • 1/2 to 1 c
    walnut halves

How To Make autumn apple waldorf salad (sallye)

  • 1
    ***NOTE: You can substitute 2 to 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise in place of the vinegar and olive oil. Place vinegar and oil (or mayonnaise) in a small bowl with sherry. Whisk until well blended and smooth. Set aside.
  • 2
    Place walnuts in food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Set aside.
  • 3
    Dice the celery into bite sized pieces and set aside. Thinly slice the green onions and set aside.
  • 4
    Wash and core the apples. *DO NOT PEEL* Dice into pieces as small or as chunky as you desire. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • 5
    Add walnuts, celery, and onions to the apples. Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently mix well with wooden spoon until all the ingredients are coated.
  • 6
    You can add more oil and/or vinegar or mayonnaise a tablespoon at a time if needed.
  • 7
    Best if served immediately.
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