![]() I know the dressing sounds strange, sour cream and cream cheese, but it really works here. Nothing leafy or green about it but still, can we count it? Kind of like this Strawberry Pretzel Salad. I know we’re taking the word “salad” and using it very liberally. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, sugar, and lemon juice, if necessary. ![]() If for some reason you haven’t had this Grape Salad, you best be making this as soon as you can. Add the diced chicken, celery, scallions, grapes, almonds, and herbs and mix well. PECANS OR WALNUTS – Chopped pecans or walnuts give this a great crunch.If your grapes are really ripe than just add enough sugar to taste. White sugar goes in the creamy sauce and a little bit of brown sugar on top of the salad. WHITE AND BROWN SUGAR – This is definitely a dessert salad.SOUR CREAM – For those who don’t like sour cream, plain Greek yogurt can be substituted in place of the sour cream or vanilla yogurt for a healthier option.CREAM CHEESE – Cream cheese dressing is the base of the creamy grape salad recipe.Seedless green grapes and fresh red grapes are what I use just make sure they’re crisp grapes. Any type of grape will work but I like a different colored fresh grapes to mix it up. Season with salt and pepper and top with nuts, if desired. Mix together Greek yogurt and mayo, then gently add it to the chicken mixture. WHOLE GRAPES – This recipe calls for four pounds of grapes which makes a lot. Toss your chicken, grapes, apples, and celery together. ![]() I wish I could sit down with my grandparents one more time and soak up all of their knowledge and wisdom. Now in my 30’s, I realize I know nothing. We learn line upon line, precept on precept. Just like I wish my kids could skip the learning curves and learn all of their life lessons solely from what I tell them, it’s just not possible. To be honest, the recipes that have been around forever are my absolute favorite.Īll of my grandparents on both sides are no longer with us an haven’t been for a while. I actually made this amazing creamy grape salad for Tablespoon back in 2011 for the first time and thought 11 years later I should finally share it with you. This easy recipe has been around for decades. This Grape Salad is an easy fruit salad with a creamy dressing that is always a crowd pleaser and great for potlucks! Red and green juicy grapes with brown sugar, crunchy pecans or walnuts, cream cheese, and sour cream. ![]()
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