Simple Celery Salad (Waldorf Apple Salad)
Discover the delightful balance of crunchy, sweet, and savory flavors in this Simple Celery Salad (Waldorf Apple Salad). This refreshing dish combines crisp celery, juicy apples, and plump grapes for a vibrant addition to your table. Perfect for any occasion—from casual lunches to festive gatherings—this salad is not only quick to prepare but also a healthier choice without heavy dressings. With its light olive oil and lime juice dressing, it offers a satisfying crunch while being gluten-free and easily adaptable to suit your dietary needs. Enjoy it as a nutritious side dish or a standalone lunch that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 celery stalks
- 1 green apple
- 2 romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 oz cheese (parmesan or feta)
- 1/4 cup walnuts (or pecans/almonds)
- 1/2 cup grapes
- 2 Tbsp dried barberries (or cranberries)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 garlic clove
- black pepper
- salt
Instructions
- Wash celery stalks thoroughly; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Core the apple and cut into small cubes; halve the grapes if large.
- Roughly chop nuts of your choice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped celery, apple, grapes, nuts, dried barberries, and cheese. Toss gently.
- For the dressing, whisk olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl until combined.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture; toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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