Description
Woodward Celery Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crunchy celery, sweet golden raisins, and toasted pecans, all tossed in a zesty lemon-apple vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or an enticing starter, this salad balances savory and sweet notes with a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Enjoy the delightful crunch and invigorating flavors that make this salad a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
- 2/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 2/3 cup grated parmesan (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped celery, golden raisins, chopped pecans, and sliced shallot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to coat evenly.
- Let the salad rest for 20 minutes at room temperature to enhance flavors.
- Just before serving, sprinkle grated parmesan over the salad and toss again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 6mg