Green Apple and Celery Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Green Apple and Celery Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette
45 min.
8
153kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that perfectly balances crunch and flavor? Look no further than our Green Apple and Celery Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette! This delightful salad is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also brings a burst of freshness to any meal.

The crispness of the Granny Smith apples pairs beautifully with the crunchy celery, creating a delightful texture that will keep your taste buds dancing. The addition of toasted walnuts adds a nutty richness, while the mustard vinaigrette, with its tangy and slightly sweet notes, ties everything together in a harmonious blend. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light accompaniment to your favorite main dishes.

With just 153 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious dish packed with vitamins and healthy fats. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking only 45 minutes to whip up, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Whether you’re looking to impress at a dinner party or simply want to elevate your everyday meals, this Green Apple and Celery Salad is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • large bunch celery with leaves
  • 0.3 cup dijon mustard 
  • large apples i use 2 granny smith apples cored peeled thinly sliced quartered cut into 2 wedges, then crosswise into triangle shapes
  • teaspoons honey 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.7 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.8 cup walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
  2. Trim celery leaves and chop enough to measure 1 cup. Thinly slice stalks on deep diagonal.
  3. Place celery pieces in bowl of cold water. (Vinaigrette, celery leaves, and celery pieces can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
  4. Drain celery; pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Combine celery, celery leaves, apples, and walnuts in large bowl.
  6. Add vinaigrette and toss to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein5.39%
Fat60.87%
Carbs33.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.03
Glycemic Load
4.11
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.6560869113259%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.17mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
4.2mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.97kcal
7.65%
Fat:11.14g
17.13%
Saturated Fat:1.21g
7.56%
Carbohydrates:13.89g
4.63%
Net Carbohydrates:11.37g
4.13%
Sugar:10.05g
11.16%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:90.69mg
3.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.22g
4.43%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.8%
Fiber:2.52g
10.08%
Copper:0.2mg
9.99%
Vitamin C:5.87mg
7.11%
Magnesium:24.95mg
6.24%
Phosphorus:54.47mg
5.45%
Vitamin K:5.27µg
5.02%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
4.98%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.77%
Selenium:3.25µg
4.64%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.3%
Folate:16.38µg
4.09%
Potassium:142.86mg
4.08%
Iron:0.56mg
3.14%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.87%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.46%
Calcium:21.75mg
2.18%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.45%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.23%
Vitamin A:60.73IU
1.21%
Source:Epicurious