Bountiful Banana Waldorf: Refreshing Fruit & Nut Salad Recipe

Banana Waldorf Salad 🍌🥗

Description:

This delightful Banana Waldorf Salad is a perfect companion to your chicken or pork dishes, especially for those embracing a healthier lifestyle. Its harmonious blend of flavors is sure to please even the pickiest eaters, including the little ones!

Recipe Information:

Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Kid Friendly, Free Of…, Potluck, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
Servings: 4
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
3	Red Apples
1	Banana
1/2	Celery Stalk
1/4	Walnuts
1/3	Pecans
3	Dates
1	Mayonnaise
1	Honey
–	Lemon Juice
1	Lime Juice
1/2	Lettuce Leaf
1	Sugar
1/8	Water
2	Cinnamon
1	Clove
–	Pecan Halves
–	Vanilla Extract

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 726.1
Fat Content: 40.8g
Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 7.8mg
Carbohydrate Content: 94.9g
Fiber Content: 10.7g
Sugar Content: 79.3g
Protein Content: 6.7g

Recipe Instructions:

Preparation:
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- Gather all the ingredients listed in the recipe.
- If desired, marinate the banana slices in lemon or lime juice to prevent browning.
Making the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the red apples (cored and diced), banana (sliced), celery (chopped), walnuts, pecans, and chopped dates.
Dressing:
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, and lime juice until well combined.
Assembling the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the fruit and nut mixture. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Chilling and Serving:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Presentation:
- To serve, line a serving platter or individual plates with lettuce leaves.
- Spoon the chilled Banana Waldorf Salad onto the lettuce cups.
Optional Variation: Candied Pecans
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, cinnamon, and clove.
- Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes.
- Add the pecans and vanilla extract to the syrup mixture. Continue cooking and stirring until the syrup is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
- Spread the candied pecans on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper and allow them to cool.
- Chop the cooled candied pecans and sprinkle them over the salad for an extra burst of flavor and crunch.
Storage:
- Any extra candied pecans can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

Tips:

For a sweeter dressing, adjust the amount of honey according to your taste preferences.
Feel free to customize the salad by adding or substituting ingredients like grapes, raisins, or other favorite fruits.
To make it more refreshing, serve the salad chilled.
This salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weekday meals.

Enjoy this wholesome and delicious Banana Waldorf Salad that’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor! 🍌🥗