Description
Creamy Celery Salad with Walnuts and Raisins is a refreshing dish that perfectly balances crunchy celery, sweet raisins, and rich walnuts, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This delightful salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal side for picnics, potlucks, or even as a light lunch on its own. The unique combination of flavors and textures ensures it will be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy the ease of this versatile salad that can be customized with your favorite add-ins!
Ingredients
- 8 stalks celery (sliced thin)
- ยผ cup raisins
- ยผ cup toasted walnuts
- ยผ cup minced red onion
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ยฝ teaspoon pepper
- ยผ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash and slice the celery into thin pieces and mince the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced celery, raisins, toasted walnuts, and minced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like dill or parsley. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Feel free to substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different crunch.