Description
This creamy grape salad is a refreshing and sweet side dish made with juicy grapes, a smooth cream cheese and sour cream dressing, and a crunchy walnut topping. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, holidays, or as a simple make-ahead dessert salad.
Ingredients
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4 cups red seedless grapes
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4 cups green seedless grapes
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sour cream
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
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2 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
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Wash and dry the grapes thoroughly. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add the sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and creamy.
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Gently fold in the grapes until they’re evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Just before serving, sprinkle chopped walnuts and brown sugar over the top for extra crunch and sweetness.
Notes
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You can swap walnuts for pecans if preferred.
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For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
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Best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg