Almond Celery
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Almond Celery recipe, a perfect harmony of crunch and rich, toasty flavor. Crisp celery stalks are sautéed to tender-crisp perfection in a blend of buttery olive oil and fragrant garlic, then brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice. The dish is crowned with golden toasted slivered almonds, adding a delightful nutty crunch, and can be garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe makes a show-stopping side dish or a light, refreshing snack. A unique combination of healthy ingredients and bold flavors, Almond Celery will become a favorite addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces celery stalks
- 0.5 cups slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the celery stalks thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Trim the ends of the celery and cut them into 2-inch-long diagonal pieces for an elegant presentation.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, and set them aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the slivered almonds. Toast them, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes or until they are golden brown and aromatic. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and olive oil together over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the celery to the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the celery is tender but still slightly crisp.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the celery is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the celery and gently toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the dish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve the Almond Celery warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light and refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.9 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1180 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
