Description
Creamy Grape Salad is a sweet and tangy chilled side dish made with red and green grapes, coated in a creamy dressing of cream cheese and sour cream, then topped with brown sugar and chopped pecans. It’s a nostalgic American classic perfect for picnics, potlucks, and holidays.
Ingredients
2 pounds red seedless grapes, washed and dried
2 pounds green seedless grapes, washed and dried
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup brown sugar (for topping)
½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for topping)
Instructions
Rinse and dry the grapes thoroughly. Remove stems and discard any soft grapes.
In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gently fold in the grapes until fully coated with the dressing.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Before serving, sprinkle brown sugar and chopped nuts on top.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with non-fat Greek yogurt and reduce sugar.
Always add toppings just before serving to keep them crunchy.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not freeze.
Avoid overmixing to keep grapes intact and prevent excess liquid.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
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