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.
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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.
Ingredients and substitutes
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.
Step by step instructions
Chop veggies
- Chop celery into small pieces. I like to keep them bite-size but the preference is yours.
- Soak cranberries in ½ 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 (400 g) Celery stalks chopped
- ½ cup (50 g) Cranberries
- 1 cup (120 g) Pecans or walnuts
- ¼ 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
- ¼ tsp (0.25 tsp) Salt
- ¼ 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 ½ 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!
Recipe Notes
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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.