Celery Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Celery Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp vegetables with a tangy homemade dressing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Perfect as a light lunch or served alongside grilled chicken or seafood, this salad shines with its crunchy textures and zesty flavors. Packed with fiber-rich ingredients and healthy fats from walnuts, it not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports your wellness goals. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile salad can easily be customized to suit your preferences by swapping in your favorite nuts or herbs. Elevate your meal with this delightful dish that promises to invigorate your palate and energize your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 stalks celery
- 1 small bulb fennel
- 1 green apple
- ¼ cup parsley
- ½ cup walnuts
- 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- pinch kosher salt
- few turns cracked black pepper
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Wash and slice celery on a diagonal. Thinly slice fennel using a mandoline, and core and slice the green apple.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until blended.
- In a large serving bowl, combine sliced celery, fennel, apple, parsley, toasted walnuts, and shredded cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 6mg