Description
Mediterranean Celery Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the crunch of celery, the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, and the aromatic notes of fresh herbs. This salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a light lunch or a delightful side to grilled proteins. The zesty dressing, made with olive oil and lemon juice, enhances the Mediterranean flavors, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Enjoy this salad at picnics, barbecues, or as a healthy snack option that packs a flavorful punch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups organic celery, sliced on a diagonal
- 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 kalamata olives
- 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
- 1 clove garlic, grated
Instructions
- Rinse and dry all vegetables. Slice celery diagonally and chop herbs. Thinly slice red onion and halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine celery, tomatoes, parsley, basil, celery leaves, red onion, and kalamata olives.
- In a mason jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, and garlic until well combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
- Season with black pepper to taste and serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg