Toss with about 1/2 cup of dressing. Whisk mayonnaise, crème fraiche, lemon juice, sugar, salt, black pepper together in a bowl. The traditional Waldorf Salad was created in the late 1800’s in New York City at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel and although there are some variations of it, it typically includes apples, celery, grapes and nuts in a mayonnaise based dressing. Slowly add 1/3 cup buttermilk, whisking to thicken.

Add more dressing until salad components are well coated but not swimming in dressing. It’s the perfect combination of flavors and textures and great to make ahead for lunch.

You might not need all … Chicken Waldorf Salad is a classic salad made with apples, grapes, pecans and celery in a light, creamy dressing. Add the blue cheese, onion, salt, pepper, and cayenne, and … Like the classic version, this recipe consists of apples, grapes, and celery, but in place of a mayonnaise based dressing, she mixed some crushed pineapple and a little pineapple juice into fresh, sweet whipped cream. Place apples, celery, grapes, and walnut pieces in a large bowl. Traditional Waldorf salad calls for a simple mayonnaise dressing but my mom’s ambrosia-inspired version will always be my favorite. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and vinegar.