World Flavors Cookbook

Original Waldorf Salad

The original 1896 Waldorf Hotel salad — just apples, celery, and mayonnaise, without nuts. Simple, elegant, and historically significant.

Cuisine: United States

Ingredients

• 3 tart apples (Granny Smith), diced
• 4 stalks celery, sliced thin
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt and white pepper
• Walnuts and grapes (modern addition, optional)

Instructions

1. Dice apples immediately into lemon juice to prevent browning.
2. Toss with sliced celery.
3. Mix mayonnaise, remaining lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper.
4. Fold dressing into apple-celery mixture.
5. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
6. Serve on a bed of lettuce.