Description
Experience a burst of freshness with this Celery Salad Recipe: A Refreshing Delight. Bursting with vibrant colors and zesty flavors, this salad combines crunchy celery, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber for a dish that’s not only healthy but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish, it takes just 15 minutes to whip up. The simple dressing of olive oil and lemon juice enhances the natural flavors of the vegetables while providing a refreshing zing. Customize it with your favorite nuts or herbs for an extra layer of texture and flavor. Enjoy it on its own for a quick snack or as a delightful accompaniment to grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh celery, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly and pat dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped celery, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mix and toss gently until coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg