Description
Celery and Apple Salad is a refreshing blend of crunchy romaine lettuce, crisp celery, and sweet gala apples, all tossed with sharp cheddar cheese and a zesty dressing. This delightful salad is perfect for busy weekdays or as a vibrant side dish at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads of romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, chopped
- 2 gala apples, thinly sliced
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, celery, red onion, cheddar cheese, and gala apples. Season with cracked black pepper and toss well.
- In a mason jar or salad dressing container, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, red apple vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Secure the lid and shake until well combined.
- Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat. Adjust with more dressing if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 205mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg