Modern Waldorf Salad Recipes

MODERN WALDORF SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, milk, mustard and, if desired, thyme until blended. Toss apple with lemon juice., In a large bowl, combine pasta, apple, turkey, strawberries and celery. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate until serving.

MODERN WALDORF SALAD

Steps:

• If toasting in the oven (I like to use my toaster oven), preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Spread out on evenly on a baking sheet. Make sure the nuts aren't overlapping each other.
• Toast for 5 - 7 minutes, checking often to avoid burning.
• Walnuts are ready when they are slightly darker.
• If toasting on a stove top, place the walnuts in a small, dry pan over medium heat. Toast for 1 - 2 minutes.
• In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Add apples, celery, red grapes and dates. Mix well and serve immediately.

MODERN WALDORF SALAD

Steps:

• Mix mayonnaise, yogurt, orange juice, orange peel and Cajun seasoning in small bowl to blend. (Dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
• Line large bowl with large outer leaves of lettuce. Chop enough remaining leaves into bite-size pieces to measure 6 cups (reserve remaining lettuce for another use). Place chopped lettuce in another large bowl. Using small sharp knife, cut off peel and white pith from grapefruit. Cut between membranes to release grapefruit segments. Cut segments in half. Place in bowl with chopped lettuce. Add diced pear, diced apple, halved grapes and chopped dates. Add dressing to salad and toss to coat.
• Transfer salad to leaf-lined bowl. Sprinkle salad with pine nuts and serve.

MODERN WALDORF SALAD

Steps:

• Mix gelatine, sugar and salt in a saucepan.
• Add 1/2 cup water.
• Place over low heat and stir until disolved.
• Remove from heat and stir in remaining water and vinegar.
• Chill until slightly thickened.
• Add apples, celery and pecans.
• Pour into serving bowl and chill until set.