A Waldorf salad is a salad traditionally made of fresh apples, celery and walnuts, tossed with mayonnaise, and usually served on a bed of lettuce as an appetizer or a light meal. The addition of chickpeas, tart cranberries, and a seasoned mayonnaise make it even more delectable. Contributed by Jennifer Strohmeyer, from Virtually Vegan Mama.
Serves: 6 to 8
- 2 cups Red Delicious apples, chopped
- 2 cups Bartlett pear, chopped
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup red grapes, halved
- ⅓ cup unsweetened dried cranberries
- ½ cup vegan mayonnaise (or Cashew Cream )
- ¼ teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon dried tarragon leaves
- 2 tablespoon tarragon wine vinegar
- Sea Salt (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Ground nutmeg (optional)
Combine apples, pears, celery, walnuts, cranberries and grapes in a large serving bowl, set aside.
Combine mayonnaise, tarragon wine vinegar, dijon mustard, and tarragon leaves in a medium bowl; mix well. Toss with apple mixture and season with sea salt(optional) and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Chill before serving. Sprinkle with ground nutmeg (optional) right before serving for a fall twist. Serve on top of fresh salad greens or on rolls.
Nutrition Information
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Per Serving: 239 calories; 14.6g fat; 180.7mg sodium; 231.3mg potassium; 25.2g carbs; 4.3g fiber; 8.3g sugar; 3.2g protein
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Cara O'Sullivan says
This looks so yummy! My husband dislikes tarragon--what would you suggest I use instead? Would basil work? Thanks!
Nava says
Absolutely! Use whatever herbs and seasonings you'd like. Enjoy!
Lo says
Looks and sounds delicious. I am so glad I found your site, I am really enjoying the recipes you post. Thank you so very much.
Sincerely,
Newbie Veggie/Vegan
Prescilla Ashcraft says
Thank you for sharing of all this healthy food
Nava says
My pleasure!
Nirupama says
Can we add anything else other than chickpea?
Nava says
You can use another type of bean that you prefer, or chunks of baked tofu, or steamed green peas. It's all good!
Roos says
I love this salad!