Grape Salad with Cream Cheese Dressing
The ultimate summer sensation, Grape Salad with Cream Cheese Dressing combines sweet, juicy grapes and creamy dressing, making it a must-try for any gathering. Perfect for parties, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your family and friends!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Chef's Knife
- Blender
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 pounds seedless red grapes
- 2 pounds seedless green grapes
- 2 cups walnut pieces
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and dry the grapes.
- Let the grapes drain on paper towels while you prepare the salad dressing.
- If you have walnut halves, chop them into pieces.
- Toast walnuts by heating up a skillet to medium to medium-high heat. Add walnuts to the skillet. Let them toast by simply heating them in the skillet; you may stir them once or twice.
- When the walnuts become fragrant and brown, remove them immediately from the skillet and place them on a plate. By placing the walnuts on a cool plate, you will stop the cooking process.
- Make the salad dressing by combining the sour cream, cream cheese, lemon juice, and powdered sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Beat until well blended.
- Add vanilla extract to the dressing and mix it in.
- Add walnuts and grapes to the bowl with the dressing.
- Fold in grapes and walnuts until they are incorporated fully into the dressing.
- Place the grape salad in a covered bowl.
- Refrigerate the salad for about 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If you have nut allergies, consider using sunflower seeds instead of walnuts.