Walnut Butter Waldorf Wraps

Serves 4

The classic Waldorf salad gets a new look – made with walnut butter and wrapped inside a soft tortilla. I like a sweeter apple in this recipe such as Fuji, Delicious, or Gala. For soy-free, use a soy-free mayo. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas.

Gluten-Free Option

Soy-Free Option

2 Gala or Fuji apples, peeled and cored

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/3 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup finely minced celery

2 scallions, finely minced

1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts

1/3 cup walnut butter

1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise

1/2 teaspoon natural sugar (optional)

Salt and ground black pepper

4 (7-inch) flour tortillas

1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce

Shred the apples or cut them into thin slices and place them in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice and toss to coat. Drain the liquid from the apples, then add the raisins, celery, scallions, and nuts.

In a small bowl, combine the walnut butter, mayonnaise, and sugar, if using, until blended. Spoon just enough of the dressing into the apple mixture to bind the ingredients together, stirring to mix well. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reserve the remaining dressing to spread on the tortillas.

Place the tortillas on a flat work surface and spread the remaining dressing on them. Divide the apple mixture across the lower third of each tortilla, along with the shredded lettuce.

Roll up the sandwiches and use a serrated knife to cut them in half.

Early Origins of Peanut Butter

The origin of peanut butter can be traced to several different regions of the world. In China, creamy peanut sauces have been around for centuries, while records show that in Africa, peanuts have been ground for stews since at least the 15th century. In America, a creamy peanut porridge was served to soldiers during the Civil War. Peanuts were called goobers then – hence the popular anthem at the time, “Eating Goober Peas.”