A refreshing, creamy-sweet salad that’s perfect for potlucks, brunches, or as a light dessert! Crisp grapes, tangy yogurt, and caramelized walnuts make this a crowd-pleaser.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ 5-minute prep – No cooking required!
🍃 Light & refreshing – Great alternative to heavy desserts.
🍯 Sweet & crunchy – Brown sugar-toasted walnuts add magic.
🥗 Versatile – Serve as a side, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
*(Serves 6-8)*
Salad Base
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3½ cups red grapes, halved
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3½ cups green grapes, halved
Creamy Dressing
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4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
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1¼ cup (300g) plain Greek yogurt
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½ cup (100g) brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
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1 tsp lemon juice
Topping
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1¼ cups walnuts, roughly chopped
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¼ cup light brown sugar (for caramelizing)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Grapes
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Wash and halve red and green grapes. Pat dry.
2. Make the Dressing
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Beat cream cheese, yogurt, brown sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
3. Toast the Walnuts
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In a dry skillet, melt ¼ cup brown sugar over medium heat.
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Add walnuts, stir until coated and fragrant (~3 mins). Let cool.
4. Assemble
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Toss grapes with the creamy dressing.
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Top with caramelized walnuts just before serving.
Pro Tips
🔸 Chill 1 hour before serving for best flavor.
🔸 Swap nuts – Pecans or almonds work too!
🔸 Make it lighter – Use whipped cream cheese or less sugar.
Variations
🍓 Berry Twist – Add strawberries or blueberries.
🍌 Tropical – Mix in diced pineapple or mango.
🌿 Herb Touch – Sprinkle fresh mint or basil.
Storage
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Fridge: Up to 2 days (add walnuts last minute).
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Freeze: Not recommended (grapes get mushy).
Serving Ideas
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Brunch spread – Pair with quiche or pastries.
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BBQ side – Cuts through rich meats.
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Dessert cups – Layer in parfait glasses.
Final Thought
This grape salad is a nostalgic potluck star—creamy, crunchy, and just sweet enough. Perfect for when you want something easy but impressive!
More Summer Sides:
🥗 Watermelon Feta Salad
🍍 Pineapple Coleslaw
🍎 Apple Snickers Salad