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Crunchy Celery and Walnut Salad

Crunchy Celery and Walnut Salad for Refreshing Meal Prep

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Crunchy Celery and Walnut Salad, a nutritious and satisfying meal prep choice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4-5 stalks Celery Use fresh and crisp stalks for best texture
  • 1 medium Apple Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended for balanced flavor
  • ½ cup Walnuts Can substitute with almonds or pecans
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries Raisins can be an alternative
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Consider green onions for a milder bite
  • ¼ cup Pecans Optional; exclude if allergies are a concern
For the Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Can be substituted with another neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Always prefer fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Use maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a sufficient alternative
  • Salt and Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Chopping Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Steps
  1. Wash and dry the celery and apple. Dice them into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop the walnuts and pecans (if using). Finely slice the red onion.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine the chopped vegetables, nuts, and dried cranberries in a mixing bowl.
  5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently.
  6. Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
  7. Toss again and serve as a meal or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, use fresh celery and dress the salad just before serving. Customize with seasonal fruits or other nuts as desired.

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