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Celery Salad 🥗

This bright, crunchy Celery Salad is the ultimate refreshing side dish! With zesty lemon, toasted almonds, and Parmesan, it’s easy, healthy, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8-10 celery stalks sliced diagonally
  • 1 lemon zest + juice
  • ½ cup toasted almonds or walnuts/pecans
  • â…“ cup Parmesan shaved or grated
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins:

  • Dried cranberries
  • Grilled chicken
  • Apple slices
  • Fresh herbs parsley, dill, or mint

Instructions
 

Chop the celery

  • Wash and slice celery stalks diagonally for extra crunch.
  • Save the celery leaves for garnish!

Toast the nuts

  • In a dry pan over medium heat, toast almonds for 3-5 minutes until golden.

Make the dressing

  • Whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Adjust sweetness or tartness to taste.

Toss & Serve

  • Combine celery, toasted nuts, and Parmesan in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with dressing and toss well.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Notes

Storage Tips:

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Keep nuts separate until serving to maintain crunch.