Simple Celery Salad

Simple Celery Salad

Name: Simple Celery Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 large bunch celery, including stalks, heart, and leaves, cleaned, trimmed, and sliced ((around 4 cups)); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; Grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese

This is an easy side dish that makes the most of celery’s crisp texture and bright flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings servings

kitchen gear

Cutting board
Sharp knife (adult needed)
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Medium Bowl
Grater
Large spoon

Ingredients

1 large bunch celery, including stalks, heart, and leaves, cleaned, trimmed, and sliced (around 4 cups)
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
Grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

Put all the ingredients in the bowl and mix gently. Eat right away (when it will be at its crunchiest) or cover and refrigerate up to 2 days.

Notes

Get creative! Try adding any or all of the following:

1 can tuna (any kind you like), drained
1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
1 or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves or chives
2 tablespoons sliced pickled jalapeños or salad peppers (such as pepperoncini)