Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Celery Salad, a refreshing mix of crisp vegetables that bursts with zesty flavors. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a colorful side dish, this salad combines fresh celery, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, itβs a healthy option that can be customized to your taste with nuts or seasonal fruits. This salad not only impresses with its eye-catching colors but also provides a satisfying crunch without the guilt.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh celery, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- Β½ 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
- Thoroughly wash all vegetables and pat them dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped celery, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- If using dill, add it now and toss again.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider incorporating nuts like walnuts or almonds. Experiment with different dressings such as balsamic vinegar for a unique twist. Try adding seasonal fruits such as diced apples or pears for natural sweetness.