Crunchy & Refreshing Celery Salad 🥗✨
Light, crisp, and packed with flavor—this easy salad is perfect for summer picnics or a healthy side dish!
Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
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4 cups celery, thinly sliced (leaves reserved for garnish)
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1 apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), julienned
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½ cup walnuts or almonds, toasted & chopped
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¼ cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shaved (optional)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
For the Dressing:
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
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Prep the Veggies
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Thinly slice celery (use a mandoline for extra crispness).
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Toss with apple, nuts, cranberries, and herbs in a large bowl.
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Make the Dressing
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Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic.
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Combine & Serve
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Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
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Top with Parmesan and reserved celery leaves.
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Serve immediately or chill for 30 mins to meld flavors.
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Variations
🌱 Vegan: Skip Parmesan or use nutritional yeast.
🍗 Protein Boost: Add shredded chicken or chickpeas.
🧀 Creamy Twist: Swap dressing for 2 tbsp Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp mayo.
Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Ready in 15 minutes!
✔ No wilting—stays crunchy for days.
✔ Balances rich meals (great with BBQ or pasta!).
Enjoy this bright, refreshing bite! 🌿💚