Description
Thanksgiving Celery and Walnut Salad is a refreshing and crunchy addition to your holiday table. This vibrant dish features crisp celery, nutty walnuts, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a zesty olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. Not only does it brighten up your feast, but it also provides a perfect balance against heavier holiday dishes. Quick to prepare and customizable, this salad is an ideal choice for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 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.
- Coarsely chop the walnuts; toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes if desired.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped celery, walnuts, cranberries, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour 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: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg