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Ina Garten Celery Salad

Ina Garten's Easy Celery Salad for Refreshing Summer Lunches

Ina Garten Celery Salad is a refreshing dish perfect for warm afternoons, offering vibrant flavors and a healthy, guilt-free option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 stalks Celery sliced diagonally
  • 1/2 cup Flat-leaf Parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Tarragon or fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon Dill or dried dill (use 1/3 amount)
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Slivered Almonds or walnuts/pecans
  • 1/4 cup Golden Raisins or dried cranberries
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash, trim, and slice fresh celery stalks diagonally into thin pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, add the sliced celery along with chopped flat-leaf parsley, tarragon, and dill. Toss gently to mix.
  3. Fold in the toasted slivered almonds and golden raisins.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the celery-herb mixture. Toss gently to coat.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Allow the salad to sit for about 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
  8. Serve in a shallow bowl, garnishing with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and crunch. Dress just before serving for optimal texture.

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