Celery Salad in Maple Dijon Dressing

This Celery Salad in Maple Dijon Dressing takes about 10 minutes to put together.

Made with chopped celery and pumpkin seeds tossed in a lemony maple dijon dressing, this simple salad is full of flavor and goodness.

What makes Celery Salad so good?

Celery salad is a unique recipe made with chopped celery rather than lettuce.

The lemony maple dijon dressing takes this easy salad to a whole new level.

Have you tried my Creamy Whipped Ricotta Cheese?

Made with just four ingredients, whipped ricotta cheese is as perfect as a basic dip or as a simply topping on something tasty. This celery salad would taste great with a dollop of whipped ricotta cheese on the side.

Roasted pumpkin seeds help to give this salad a nice crunch. You can find roasted pumpkin seeds here.

Why you will love this salad made with celery.

This is a great tasting salad that is different from others because there is no added lettuce. If you are looking for a salad that is unique and not like the typical salad, this recipe is for you.

Here is what else you will like about this recipe.

• You can put this salad together in about 10 minutes, making it perfect when you are short on time or just want something quick, simple, and healthy.
• The maple dijon dressing has the perfect balance of flavors making this salad bright and tasty
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding a bit of protein are some berries.
• This salad can be served as is or on top of your favorite kind of lettuce.

Ingredients you will need to make this simple salad with celery.

• Celery. Rinsed, tops and stems removed, and then chopped into ¼-1/2" wide pieces.
• Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. Other seeds, such as sunflower seeds, can be used with or instead of the roasted pumpkin seeds.
• Shallots. Sliced small. Thinly sliced red onion or chopped green onion can be used if you cannot find shallots.
• Parsley and Cilantro. Rinsed and chopped.
• For the dressing you will need Minced Ginger, Dijon Mustard, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice, and Olive Oil.

Expert Tip 👉 Feel free to add seasonings of your choice to your dressing if needed.

How to make Celery Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing

Prep Time: 10 minutes .
Servings: 4 as an appetizer or side. .

1. Prepare. This includes chopping up your celery, mincing the ginger, and chopping the parsley and cilantro.
2. Dressing. In a small bowl or medium sized measuring cup, use a whisk to combine together the dressing ingredients. Taste the dressing and make adjustments as needed for flavor.
3. Combine. In a large bowl, combine together the celery, pumpkin seeds, shallots, parsley, and cilantro.
4. Toss Give your dressing a quick whisk and then pour about half of the dressing over the ingredients in the large bowl. Toss the ingredients and then add the remaining dressing and toss again.
5. Serve. Serve your celery salad with vegan cheese, crumbled cheese, or additional pumpkin seeds sprinkled on top.

Tips for making the best celery salad.

Using fresh ingredients is essential for this success of this recipe. This is especially true with the celery as you want it to have a nice crunch.

More helpful tips for you.

1. You can enhance the crunch of your celery by soaking it in ice water for 15-30 minutes. Make sure that the celery is dry before using it in this recipe.
2. Adding a bit of protein can turn this simple salad into a meal. Vegan folks can add toasted tofu while non-vegans can add cooked shrimp or sliced chicken breast.
3. This salad tastes great if you can chill it for about 20-30 minutes before serving. Be sure to toss it again before serving.

How to store celery salad.

This salad is best when served fresh. If needed, you can store it in an airtight container for up to two days (it will not be as crisp). If you plan on making this salad in advance, simply toss it in the dressing before serving it.

Serve your celery salad with something great.

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Celery Salad in Maple Dijon Dressing, a quick and easy vegan recipe tossed in a flavorful lemony maple dijon dressing.

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