I just served this for a goody day at work. Everyone loved it! I left out the water chestnuts just because I didn't have any and I used Splenda instead of sugar. AND it was filling so I didn't eat TOO much of the other junk. jtengland
A healthier version of a classic This is a decent substitute for the unhealthy deli salad version. The dressing is a bit bland so I think I will adjust my seasonings a bit next time and I like the suggestion to sprinkle on a few sunflower seeds. (I left out the water chestnuts bc I don't care for them). I will make this again. Pros: Fast easy uses fresh veggies Cons: A bit bland
I recently had this recipe with spinach leaves added to it; and it was surprisingly good! Liz Fort Worth
I make it with sunflower seeds instead of the water chestnuts
OMG! I made this for a group we had at our vacation home for the weekend. I used turkey bacon and cranberry/walnut salad topper. It was a huge hit!! We loved it!!
This salad is incredible! Flat out...unbelievably good. I made it on a whim and accounted for all ingredients but substituted based on what I had on hand: Fat-free plain yogurt for sour cream a restaurant packet of regular mayonnaise turkey bacon garlic powder and a homegrown kohlrabi for the water chestnuts. Added 'just a dusting' of sea salt. Taste-tested a few bites - one with walnuts and one with raw almonds. Either one is perfect. One could even toss in a coarsely-grated carrot for even more color and crunch. This is obviously a flexible recipe which makes it that much better. Definitely one for the 'Favorites' book. No more slimey coleslaws for me!
This Recipe is a Keeper! Made it for a work lunch. My co-workers tend to be hesitant to try my healthy recipes but this one got rave reviews! will make it again for sure! Nice that leftover salad Wed. was as good as when I first served it Tues.!
This is such a surprise at picnics. Everyone loves it. The crunch of the water chestnuts and the mixture of all the flavors is yummmmy!
I love this salad. I'm making a batch right now. I usually do about once every couple of weeks. My granddaughter brought to party last. year. In my version I also add about 1/2 cup apple diced up. I put cranberries in most things. I also add sun flower seeds before serving. I do use celery instead of water chestnuts only because I usually have celery on hand. Oh I almost forgot the grapes again about 6-7 grapes cut in thirds usually depending on size.
