Vibrant Carrot & Celery Salad with a Zesty Twist

Vibrant Carrot & Celery Salad with a Zesty Twist

20 mins
easy
2 servings

A quick and easy, healthy salad perfect for a light lunch or side dish. This recipe combines fresh carrots and celery with a tangy dressing for a delicious and refreshing meal.

SaladSummerVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Grater
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 0.50 stalkFresh Celery(Remove ends and peel)
  • 7.00 mediumCarrots(Choose vibrant orange carrots)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Lemon Juice(For brightness and acidity)
  • 1.00 tablespoonHoney(For sweetness)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsOlive Oil(High quality extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt(Coarse sea salt)
  • 0.50 teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)
  • 0.50 mediumRed Onion(Finely diced)

Instructions

1

Prep the vegetables: Wash and trim the carrots and celery.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Grate the carrots and celery into thin strips.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots and celery.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Whisk together lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Add the diced red onion (if using).

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Chill for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

8

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Serve with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes