Delicious Harvest Celery Salad with Sweet Glazed Pecans
Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing Delicious Harvest Celery Salad with Sweet Glazed Pecans, an ideal dish for any occasion. Bursting with crunchy celery, juicy apples, and sweet glazed pecans, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to your meal. It’s perfect for light lunches, picnics, or as a delightful side at gatherings. With its quick preparation and healthy ingredients, this salad caters to busy lifestyles while offering a satisfying crunch in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sticks celery
- 1 medium Honeycrisp apple (or Gala/Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or golden raisins/diced dates)
- 1/4 medium red onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup pecans (or walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine pecans and maple syrup until evenly coated and lightly toasted; remove from heat and cool.
- Chop celery into bite-sized pieces, dice the apple, and finely chop the red onion.
- Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, apple cider vinegar, and remaining maple syrup in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped celery, diced apple, dried cranberries, red onion, and cooled pecans; drizzle dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg