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Creamy Grape Salad

This Creamy Grape Salad is a refreshing, easy-to-make treat bursting with juicy grapes, crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and a luscious creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Salad Bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Dry skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups green grapes halved
  • 2 cups red grapes halved
  • 1 cup chopped apples
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Prepare the Fruit and Nuts

  • Start by washing your green and red grapes thoroughly. Once clean, slice each grape in half to maximize the flavor absorption from the dressing. Chop the apples into bite-sized pieces—feel free to leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients. Next, roughly chop the walnuts. Toasting the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet for a few minutes can enhance their flavor, but this step is optional.

Make the Creamy Dressing

  • In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend them until smooth and creamy. Add the honey and vanilla extract, then mix again until fully incorporated. This dressing is the heart of the salad, bringing a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.

Combine All Ingredients

  • In a large salad bowl, gently toss the halved grapes, chopped apples, and walnuts. Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit mixture and carefully fold everything together, making sure all the pieces are coated evenly. Be gentle to avoid crushing the grapes.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully. When ready to serve, give it a gentle stir and transfer to a pretty serving dish. Garnish with a few extra walnut pieces on top for a lovely presentation.

Notes

  • Toast the walnuts lightly to enhance their nutty flavor.
  • Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for different textures and tastes.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Keyword Creamy, Easy, Fruit Salad, Quick, Vegetarian