Celery and Avocado Salad
Bright, refreshing, and irresistibly creamy, this Celery and Avocado Salad is a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side. Crisp celery slices combine beautifully with buttery avocado chunks, while a zesty, honey-sweetened lemon-Dijon dressing ties it all together. Chopped parsley adds a touch of herbal freshness, making this salad both vibrant and nutrient-packed. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this salad is a quick and healthy option for busy days. Whether you’re looking for a gluten-free appetizer, a plant-forward side dish, or a salad that highlights wholesome ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 celery stalks
- 2 avocado
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley leaves, chopped
Instructions
Wash the celery stalks under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel. Trim the ends and slice them thinly on a diagonal.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the seeds, and carefully scoop out the flesh using a spoon. Slice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the sliced celery, avocado, and chopped parsley with the dressing, ensuring everything is well-coated. Be careful not to mash the avocado.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Optionally, garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.6 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 246 mg | 5% | |
*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.
