Crisp Apple Celery Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing
Experience the vibrant flavors of Crisp Apple Celery Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing, a refreshing dish that combines crunchy apples and crisp celery with the sweetness of dried cranberries and toasted pecans. This salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with textures that make it a delightful addition to any meal. The tangy-sweet Maple-Dijon vinaigrette ties everything together, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light starter, this salad is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red apple (Pink Lady, Fuji, Honeycrisp)
- 6 celery stalks
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup pecans
- 3 tablespoons shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette by combining Dijon mustard, maple syrup, red apple vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake well and set aside.
- Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant (3–4 minutes). Let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix sliced celery, chopped apple, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately topped with remaining pecans and shaved Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg