Description
Thanksgiving Celery and Walnut Salad is a refreshing and crunchy addition to your holiday feast that beautifully balances heavier dishes. Featuring crisp celery, nutty walnuts, and tart dried cranberries, this vibrant salad is tossed in a zesty olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. Quick to prepare in under 15 minutes, it’s easily customizable with additional fruits or nuts, making it perfect for festive gatherings or everyday meals. Its bright colors and textures not only enhance your table but also bring a delightful contrast to richer holiday fare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh celery, chopped
- 1 cup raw walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the celery into bite-sized pieces.
- Optional: Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped celery, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and sliced onion.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or let sit for 15 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg