Description
Woodward Celery Salad is a bright and refreshing dish that elevates any meal with its crisp texture and zesty flavors. Perfect for casual lunches or elegant dinner parties, this salad features thinly sliced celery combined with a homemade vinaigrette and optional toppings like nuts and cheese for added crunch. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious side dish that’s both satisfying and versatile. Serve it alongside grilled meats, as part of a picnic spread, or as a light lunch with whole-grain bread. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors while knowing you’re making a healthy choice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced celery
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- 1/4 cup crumbled cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or white apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the celery thinly on the bias.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced celery, toasted nuts, and crumbled cheese if using. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately or chill briefly for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg