Description
This Refreshing Celery and Cucumber Salad is a delightful mix of crisp vegetables, bright lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Perfect for hot summer days or as a light lunch, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of celery and cucumber while savoring the zesty dressing that ties everything together. Ideal for picnics or as a side dish, this recipe will impress your guests and keep you feeling refreshed!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1 cup celery, chopped (about 2 stalks)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and celery under cool water. Peel cucumbers if desired.
- Dice cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and slice celery diagonally into thin strips.
- Add red onion to the chopped veggies.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; pour over the veggies.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs; gently toss until well combined.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg