Easy Celery Salad Recipe with Cranberries and Pecans
This simple and easy celery salad recipe is packed full of nutrition. Celery is a juicy vegetable and has a wonderful crunch that makes eating salad so refreshing and fun. Adding a bit of cranberry and pecan and you have a side dish everyone will crave.
It's almost summer here so the grocer has been bringing in some really amazing summer vegetables and fruits. I thought we'd have to wait a while more for peaches and watermelons but they are already in.
Celery and leeks taste best in these months. Sweet, juicy and bursting with freshness. I love making celery salad and leek patties in these months. Absolutely the best. I really think the best way to get everyone to eat salad is to keep it simple and fresh. A simple salad dressing can make a huge difference.
Let's talk ingredients and Substitutes (Save/Pin)
This is by far the most simple and easy celery salad recipe you will find. With barely a few ingredients. What you really need is the fresh good produce of celery.
- Honey - I love the soft sweetness of honey that really brings out the celery but if you prefer you could substitute with 1 tsp of sugar instead.
- Lemon Juice - again I prefer lemon juice but a good apple cider vinegar works just as well.
- Pecan or walnuts - I personally am a bit Pecan person but walnuts go really well with celery.
- Cranberry - well, I love the sweet and tart quality that cranberry brings to this salad but you can use raisins or prunes as well.
Useful Tips and Tools
- You will need a Salad Bowl to serve the salad
- A slotted spoon is better than Salad Tongs for serving this salad
- A heavy bottom Frying Pan works best for toasting nuts
- I like making dressings in Mason Jars, easy to store and mix.
Easy Celery Salad Recipe with Cranberries and Pecans -(Save/Pin)
Chop veggies
- Chop celery into small pieces. I like to keep them bite-size but the preference is yours.
- Soak cranberries in 1/2 cup hot water for 5 minutes and drain
- Lightly toast the pecans and walnuts in a frying pan - optional
- Chop pecans and walnuts into small pieces
Prepare salad dressing
- In a small bowl combine the Olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
Assemble
- Always combine salad when ready to serve
- Place celery, cranberries, and nuts in a bowl.
- Pour dressing and toss well to combine
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary
- Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before you serve.
- Enjoy!
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Easy Celery Salad Recipe with Cranberries and Pecans
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (4 cups) Celery stalks chopped
- 1/2 cup (1.76 oz) Cranberries
- 100 grams (1.01 cups) Pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup (0.25 cup) Parsley or Cilantro - chopped optional
- 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp (1 floz) Olive oil
- 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Honey
- 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) Salt
- 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) Pepper
Instructions
- Chop celery into small pieces. I like to keep them bite size but the preference is yours.
- Soak cranberries in 1/2 cup hot water for 5 minutes and drain
- Chop pecans and walnuts into small pieces
Dressing
- In a small bowl combine the Olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and Pepper.
Assembly
- Always combine salad when ready to serve
- Place celery, cranberries, and nuts in a bowl.
- Pour dressing and toss well to combine
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary
- Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before you serve.
- Enjoy!
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Debbie Butler
Omit the honey and this recipe could be considered Keto. The honey is not necessary to the flavor and substance of the salad. Celery is a highly nutritious vegetable. I am pleased to find this recipe.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Debbie. I hope you try this salad
Cathleen
What a combination of ingredients!! I love the addition of honey and pecans. I always have celery at home, so this is definitely happening!!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Cathleen. yes, the pecans add some crunch and cranberry some tartness.
Aleta
Yum, this would be an excellent crunchy side dish for a lot of the main courses I make! I love the nutty flavour from the pecans with the sweetness from the cranberries. Can't wait to make it for my family!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Aleta. Yes, it's a perfect side with many dishes
Natalie
This salad looks and sounds really amazing. Flavorful and so healthy. I how you paired cranberries and celery. Delicious! Will give this salad a try really soon.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Natalie. Yes, the cranberries add a nice tart taste to the crunchy celery.
Kelly Anthony
What a great light salad perfect for summer. I'm really trying to add more veggies in my diet so this is a perfect addition to keep me on track.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Kelly. This is nice and crunchy and perfect in summer.
Elizabeth Leaver
I use celery so much in things like stews and braises but not so much in salads. This looks delicious though, I love a crunchy salad. Definitely going to try this when the weather heats up!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Elizabeth. I love celery in soups and stews too but this salad is definitely one you must try.
Anita
Oh I am loving this salad. So refreshingly crunchy and green, and very quick to prepare. It's great as is, but I think one green apple thrown into it won't do any harm. 🙂
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Anita. Yes, this one is very versatile so yes, like the cranberries.. apples would add a nice tart-sweet taste just as well.
Saima
Cranberries and pecans are two of my most favourite things. And the dressing is so healthy too. Love it!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Saima. Mine too. Love cranberries and pecans combination.
Marisa Franca
Crunchy salads are the best and this salad would make a great side during the Holidays. The cranberries make it festive and I like the addition of the nuts and cilantro. The light vinaigrette is an ideal dressing for this salad. I'm pinning.
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely, Marisa. You will enjoy this.
jacquee | i sugar coat it!
I love that crisp crunch celery provides! This would be a great side for the many upcoming barbecues when summer rolls around!
Veena Azmanov
Me too! love the crisp from celery. Thanks Jacquee
Helene D'Souza
Such a refreshing salad and right now we are relying entirely on salads, due to the heat. I should try your celery salad sometime soon. Thanks fro sharing!
Veena Azmanov
I think you will love it. Thanks Helene.
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry
What a great way to jazz up a celery salad. Love cranberries!
Veena Azmanov
Me too Bintu. Thanks
Luci's Morsels
Yum! This looks like a great recipe to take and toss for lunch! Thank you for sharing! I love the combination of ingredients you've used. Delicious! Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Luci.
Mary
I love the crunch that celery brings to a salad!
Veena Azmanov
Me too Mary - Thanks