Celery Nut Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and packed with crunch, this Celery Nut Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors perfect for any occasion. Featuring thinly sliced celery, sweet diced red apple, toasted walnuts, and plump raisins, this healthy recipe is brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this light yet nutrient-rich dish makes for an ideal side salad or a satisfying snack. Perfectly balanced with a mix of sweet, savory, and nutty elements, it’s a delightful way to add seasonal freshness to your table. Serve chilled for an extra burst of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces celery stalks
- 1 large red apple
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the celery stalks. Slice them thinly at an angle for added visual appeal.
Core and dice the red apple into bite-sized pieces. Leave the skin on for extra color and crunch.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and golden. Let them cool before using.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Add the sliced celery, diced apple, toasted walnuts, and raisins to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to preference.
Serve immediately or chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 908 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*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.
