Description
Waldorf Salad is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, combining fresh ingredients for a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This modern twist features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy grapes, and crunchy apples, all topped with a unique walnut pumpkin seed brittle that adds a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce
- 1 cup seedless red grapes
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 1 large apple
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup pomegranate arils
- 1 cup raw, unsalted walnut pieces
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt (or vegan yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Combine walnuts and pumpkin seeds in a bowl; mix maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Coat nuts with the syrup mixture and spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 35 minutes until crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine prepped salad ingredients and toss with dressing. Top with cooled walnut pumpkin seed brittle before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg