Description

Celery salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that adds a delightful crunch to your meals. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or light lunches, this easy-to-make salad combines crisp celery, sweet red bell peppers, and colorful carrots with a zesty dressing. Topped with sunflower seeds and fresh herbs, it’s not just nutritious but also visually appealing. Whether you’re enjoying it as a side or a main, this celery salad will elevate any dining experience with its bright flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups chopped fresh celery (about 4 stalks)
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
½ cup sunflower seeds (lightly toasted)
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Wash and chop the celery into bite-sized pieces.
2. Dice the red bell pepper and grate the carrots.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped celery, bell pepper, carrots, and sunflower seeds.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice; drizzle over the vegetable mixture.
5. Season with salt and pepper; toss until evenly coated.
6. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding nuts like almonds or walnuts. Swap in fruits such as apples or grapes for a hint of sweetness. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.