Celery Olive Salad
Crisp, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Celery Olive Salad is the perfect balance of crunch and tangy flavors. With crisp celery stalks, briny green olives, and nutty Parmesan cheese, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. A bright lemon vinaigrette, infused with olive oil, lemon zest, and parsley, ties the ingredients together beautifully, creating a refreshing side dish that pairs perfectly with roasted meats, grilled fish, or crusty bread. Packed with vibrant textures and Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious—great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces celery stalks
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the celery stalks thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Trim the ends of the celery, then slice the stalks diagonally into thin pieces (about 1/4 inch thick). Place the sliced celery into a large mixing bowl.
Slice the pitted green olives into halves or quarters, depending on their size, and add them to the bowl with the celery.
Grate the Parmesan cheese and chop the fresh parsley finely. Add both to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the celery mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a few parsley leaves or additional Parmesan shavings, if desired.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a slightly more marinated flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 656 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 4% | |
*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.
