Description
Mediterranean Celery Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crispness of organic celery with sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic herbs. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish, especially when paired with grilled chicken or fish. The delightful kalamata dressing adds a zesty twist, making every bite burst with flavor. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this nutrient-rich salad is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your preferences. Enjoy it on its own or alongside your favorite protein for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups organic celery, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2–4 tablespoons celery leaves, chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1–1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 3 tablespoons kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 3 tablespoons feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic, grated
Instructions
- Rinse and dry all vegetables.
- Slice celery diagonally; chop parsley, basil, and celery leaves; thinly slice red onion; halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine all prepared ingredients.
- Whisk dressing ingredients together and drizzle over the salad; toss well.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg