Easy Celery Salad Recipe – A Healthy Earthy Flavor
This Easy Celery Salad Recipe – A Healthy Earthy Flavor is your go-to dish for a refreshing and nutritious side that perfectly balances crisp celery with the zesty brightness of lemon and apple vinegar. The vibrant crunch of fresh vegetables combined with tangy dressing makes it an ideal addition to summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a quick snack. With its simple preparation and customizable options, this salad not only delights your palate but also enhances your meals, making it a favorite among health enthusiasts and casual diners alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Hearts of Celery (about 20 stalks, with leaves)
- 1 Medium Red Onion (quartered and thinly sliced)
- ½ Cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 Lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 Tablespoons Red Apple Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Capers (drained and roughly chopped)
- 1 Teaspoon Minced Garlic
- Fresh Oregano Leaves for garnishing
- Fresh Parsley Leaves for garnishing
Instructions
- Trim the celery leaves, discarding any limp ones. Coarsely chop healthy leaves and slice the celery stalks diagonally into ¼-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced celery and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, apple vinegar, capers, garlic, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the celery mixture and toss gently until coated.
- Optionally marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour for enhanced flavor.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg