Waldorf Salad from the cookbook NYC Vegan is a plant-based version of the classic recipe. Apples, celery, walnuts, and grapes star in this delicious remake.
I’m not much of a collector, but I really enjoy owning cookbooks. Even if I don’t make all the recipes, there’s something so enjoyable about flipping through a new cookbook, admiring the photos, and getting ideas for new dishes.
For example, I remember enjoying Waldorf Salad years ago, but I hadn’t tried a vegan version of it. In fact, it never even crossed by mind to make one.
But thanks to NYC Vegan: Iconic Recipes for a Taste of the Big Apple, here I am sharing the recipe with you!
And if you’re in the United States, you have the chance to win a copy at the end of this post.
You may be familiar with the authors Michael Suchman and Ethan Ciment from their popular blog Vegan Mos. They are no strangers to creating flavorful recipes for the home cook that eliminate the need for animal products.
It’s so fun to read about the history of iconic New York dishes and the multitude of ethnic cuisines which have found a home in the City.
Some of the recipes I’m most excited about are the Black and White Cookies, the Street Fair Corn, and the New York Cheesecake.
I’m also eyeing the Lasagna, General Tso’s Chick’n, and Israeli Salad.
And I’ll definitely be making the Waldorf Salad again!
It’s really easy to make with only eight ingredients, including salt. I love how crunchy it is from the apples and celery. The walnuts give it a hardiness, and the grapes give it a nice tang.
Waldorf Salad is perfect as a side dish or to bring to a potluck. It also makes a nice light lunch.
Before we get to the recipe for Waldorf Salad, I would love to hear what some of your favorite cookbooks are. Let me know in the comments, and be sure to enter the giveaway to win your own copy of NYC Vegan!
Some of my favorite cookbooks are Vegan Bowl Attack, The Blossom Cookbook, and Vegan Mexico.
Now enjoy a little piece of New York City with this delicious salad!
Waldorf Salad
Oscar Tschirky created this salad sometime between 1893 and 1896 at the Waldorf Hotel, the precursor of the now Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, in Midtown East. (From NYC Vegan, copyright © 2017 by Michael Suchman and Ethan Ciment. Used by permission.)
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and salt.
- Stir in the apples, celery, walnuts, and grapes.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Jessica says
This looks super yum! I’ll definitely have to try it out. Btw I love all of Chef Chloe’s cookbooks but I’ll have to give those 3 you mentioned a try.
Amy says
Yes, Chef Chloe is awesome! Her first book was one of the first vegan cookbooks I bought, and I still love it!
Michelle Micci says
Favorite right now is Kathy instant pot book… I can’t wait to see this book
Amy says
You’re going to love this book, Michelle! And I love Kathy’s IP book, too. 🙂
Rebecca Gavalda says
Since I have been a vegetarian for 18 months and vegan for 5 i have not bought any vegan or vegetarian cookbooks I just have been getting recipes online so your cookbook would be my first. I plan on making this salad this week. I appreciate the chance to win and all the recipes on your site.
Amy says
Thanks Rebecca! Good luck!
Sarah says
This looks so good—can’t wait to make it! I think the boys will really like it!
Amy says
Thanks Sarah! It’s a very kid-friendly salad.
Strength and Sunshine says
That sounds great! I’ve always wanted to make a waldorf salad 🙂
Amy says
Thank you, Rebecca! It’s so easy to make!
Becky Striepe says
This video is too cute. I love this recipe and this book! The sauce is the perfect mix of sweet, sour, and creamy.
Amy says
Thanks so much, Becky! 🙂
Cadry says
That’s so interesting that the Waldorf salad originates from the Waldorf Hotel. That makes total sense, but I would have guessed it was from the Midwest. It’s common at church potlucks and picnics here. I’m with you on my love for cookbooks! I have a bookcase that’s just for cookbooks, and I love leafing through them.
Amy says
In had no idea it’s popular in the Midwest! My bookcase is overflowing with cookbooks!
Dianne says
Isn’t this a fun cookbook? I’m going to have to try this salad next.
Amy says
Yes, I’m loving this book! It’s also great for bedtime reading. 🙂
Alex says
My favorite cookbook is The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone! It has so many amazing and easy to make vegan recipes, both savory and sweet.
Amy says
I friend recently gave me that book, but I haven’t looked through it yet. I’ll be sure to check it out!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says
I’ve stayed at the Waldorf a few times but have never had the Waldorf salad. I’m not a huge fan of the creamy savory with fruit combo but my kids love anything with grapes so I bet they’d love it! I love NYC too so this looks like a super cool book!
Amy says
Yes, it’s a really fun book! I can imagine being in NYC without leaving home.
Elizabeth says
I love waldorf salad! Just got my hands on some vegan mayo so I can’t wait to try this! Maybe I’ll skip the celery since I’m not a huge fan of raw celery haha.
Amy says
I notice most people leave a little pile of celery at the bottom of their bowl, so you’re not the only one!
Laurie says
I love pretty much all of Isa’s books, but my favorite is Isa Does It. Everything is so simple and delicious and there are so many recipes in it that I make again and again. This salad looks really interesting!
Amy says
Great choice! Isa Does It is one of my favorites, too.
charj says
What a tough question. I would have to say Everyday Vegan Eats is my favorite cookbook.
Amy says
I don’t have that one. Thanks for sharing!
Linda fro says
This looks like a great book! Thanks for sharing this delicious salad recipe.
Amy says
It’s a really fun book!
Karen D says
Hard to choose just one. Guess I’d say Oh She Glows
Amy says
Great choice, Karen!
Jenn says
Look so yummy! I LOVE grapes in salads. I’m totally digging this book – so many great recipes. You’ve gotta try the soft pretzels!!
Amy says
Me too! I would love to try them if there’s a gluten-free option.
Victoria Ess says
I love Oh She Glows!
Amy says
Great book!
Leslie says
Chloe’s books are favorites here too. Recently I’ve been working through Nomyourself and going back to Richa’s Indian Kitchen.
Amy says
I know you have a huge collection, too!
Aimee B. says
I have many cookbooks I love, but I’d have to say my favorites are all of Chef Chloe’s. Every recipe I’ve tried has always been delicious. 🙂
Amy says
I’ll always love Chef Chloe’s recipes. 🙂
Natasha says
I love Veganomicon. It has such a plethora of recipes that no matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find something in there.
Amy says
Yes! Veganomicon is a classic everyone should own!
Catherine Brodeur says
As a formerly vegan curious eater, now fully vegan, cookbooks were my gateway to understanding how little I understood about cooking w plants…I’m a big fan of Isa Chandra Moskowitz,Angela Liddon,Richa Hingle, Ella…etc etc etc LOL, but lately I keep cooking from Amie Valpone’s ‘Eating Clean’ & it is amazing
Amy says
I have learned so much from cookbooks, too! I’ll have to check out Eating Clean. Thanks for the recommendation!