Chef John's Waldorf Salad
Description
Chef John uses chopped celery root in his version of this classic salad--just 4 ingredients and a creamy dressing is all it takes.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup creme fraiche
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1/2 lemon, juiced
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1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon
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1/2 teaspoon white sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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2 large crisp, sweet apples, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 cup cubed (1/4 inch) celery root, soaked briefly in cold water, drained well
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1 cup quartered seedless green grapes
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1/2 cup toasted walnut pieces
Directions
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Whisk mayonnaise, creme fraiche, lemon juice, tarragon, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne together in a bowl.
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Place apples, celery root, grapes, and walnut pieces in a large bowl. Toss with about 1/2 cup of dressing. Add more dressing until salad components are well coated but not swimming in dressing. You might not need all the dressing.
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Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.