Celery Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing
Celery Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing is a delightful and refreshing dish that perfectly complements warm days. Featuring crunchy celery, zesty Greek yogurt dressing, and toasted almonds, this salad offers a vibrant mix of flavors and textures that will brighten any meal. It’s not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or side dish. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or enjoyed on its own, this salad is versatile enough to fit various occasions, from casual lunches to festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately four as a side dish 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1 bunch celery (10 to 12 stalks), thinly sliced with leaves reserved
- 3 scallions, sliced (white and green parts)
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: Mince garlic and create a paste. In a bowl, mix garlic paste with yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Aleppo pepper, salt, and black pepper; whisk until well combined.
- Toast the Nuts: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add slivered almonds and toast for about 2 to 4 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- Assemble the Salad: In the bowl with the dressing, add celery slices, scallions, mint, and most of the toasted almonds (reserve some for garnish). Gently stir until coated. Garnish with remaining almonds and mint before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg