Description
Indulge in the refreshing crunch of Crunchy Celery and Walnut Salad, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines crisp celery and sweet apples with the rich nuttiness of walnuts, all tossed in a zesty dressing that enhances its fresh flavors. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it makes an ideal side for family dinners or a light lunch option. Nutrient-packed and visually appealing, this salad is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to serve with grilled chicken or on a bed of greens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced celery
- 1 diced Honeycrisp or Fuji apple
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Dice the celery and apple into small pieces.
- Chop walnuts, optional pecans, and red onion finely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced celery, apple, walnuts, cranberries, and red onion.
- Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss thoroughly to coat.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg