Grape Salad

[SharonT]

Frosty Grapes Luncheon Salad
2 pounds red seedless grapes
2 pounds green seedless grapes
1 cup sour cream
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 pound walnuts, chopped and toasted

Remove grapes from stem and place in a large shallow bowl. Mix together sour cream, cream cheese and vanilla. Add mixture to grapes and toss. Combine sugar and walnuts and spread over grapes. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

 

[XeniA]

Looks pretty good ... although I think I'd put it in the dessert category!

 

[SharonT]

It is sweet - but traditionally served here as a Thanksgiving side dish.

See the Thanksgiving menu posts.

 

[goboenomo]

Doesn't sound very good to me.
But my mom might like it.
What are the dietary factors?

Cals and fat?

 

[shpj4]

Looks great I don't know anyone who has made a Grape Salad before. Thanks Sharon for sharing.

 

[kitchenelf]

I've made my version of it for years - it has a name but I can't think of it. It's just the green grapes, sour cream, and brown sugar - it's wonderful and refreshing.

 

[kadesma]

Hi Sharon,
I've had this one before and love it. Thanks for reminding me..We are thinking of a fruit salad for Thanksgiving and this just might do it.

kadesma

 

[BreezyCooking]

I make a savory rather than sweet salad that includes grapes - makes a terrific lunch or light supper dish. All quantities are to taste:

Plain or smoked cooked chicken, cut or shred into bite-size pieces
Smoked Gouda cheese, diced
Red &/or green seedless grapes, halved
Walnut or pecan pieces
Mayonnaise, salt, & freshly ground pepper to taste

Combine, chill, & serve.

 

[SharonT]

Thanks for that idea - I've had chicken salad with grapes and nuts in, but never one with Gouda cheese. Love Gouda cheese...

 

[SharonT]

Doesn't sound very good to me.
But my mom might like it.
What are the dietary factors?

Cals and fat?

Hmmm -- dietary factors -- schmietary factors... this was posted for a Thanksgiving menu suggestion... You can't really look that sort of thing up for Thanksgiving... <just kidding>

However, I expect this dessert-like salad would have at least 400 calories per serving; don't know about the fat grams.

And it is a great addition to the Thanksgiving buffet.

 

[BreezyCooking]

SharonT - the "smoked" Gouda cheese really makes a difference - especially if you're using plain rather than smoked chicken. The recipe came from a now long gone deli/catering place I used to frequent in NY. It was one of their most frequently requested items.

 

[goboenomo]

Hmmm -- dietary factors -- schmietary factors... this was posted for a Thanksgiving menu suggestion... You can't really look that sort of thing up for Thanksgiving... <just kidding>

However, I expect this dessert-like salad would have at least 400 calories per serving; don't know about the fat grams.

And it is a great addition to the Thanksgiving buffet.

Alright
Thanks
My mom will like this one.

 

[middie]

Now this is my kind of salad !!!!

 

[ella/TO]

I usually make my own version of Ambrosia when we have a turkey dinner.
I drain a can of mandarin pieces, a can of pineapple tidbits, drain really well....add shredded sweetened coconut and sour cream. Mix well together. Really cooling and deelish along side the turkey and other trimmings.

 

[SharonT]

SharonT - the "smoked" Gouda cheese really makes a difference

Got it - thanks!

I usually make my own version of Ambrosia when we have a turkey dinner.
I drain a can of mandarin pieces, a can of pineapple tidbits, drain really well....add shredded sweetened coconut and sour cream. Mix well together. Really cooling and deelish along side the turkey and other trimmings.

I haven't had Ambosia since I was a kid (time back WAAAY back). I like the idea of using mandarin oranges - it would be a great time saver - although I like sectioning oranges when I have the time for it.

Another good & simple fruit salad is sectioned oranges, apple and pear slices and grapes (some of the grapes cut in half lengthwise). Drizzle over the fruit a simple syrup flavored with cinnamon. Spread all on platter and garnish with unpeeled red pear slices and oranges.

 

[ella/TO]

Yours sounds good too....shall try it!