Description
Elevate your meal with this refreshing Crunchy Apple Salad with Celery & Avocado, a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors that is perfect for any gathering or as a light lunch. This vibrant salad combines the crispness of granny smith apples and celery with the creaminess of ripe avocado, all harmonized by a zesty lemon dressing and fresh mint. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters. Whether served as an appetizer or side dish, you can customize it with nuts or seeds for extra crunch, ensuring every bite is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 stalks of celery (2 cups chopped)
- 1 granny smith apple
- 1 avocado
- 1 lemon
- Fresh mint leaves
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1/2 tsp vinegar (apple cider or your choice)
- 1 tbsp cold-pressed oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chop the celery into small pieces and dice the granny smith apple.
- Halve the avocado, remove the seed, and cube its flesh.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped celery, diced apple, and cubed avocado. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture immediately.
- In a small bowl, mash some avocado with a fork. Add oil, vinegar, and salt to create a creamy dressing.
- Finely chop fresh mint leaves and add them to the large bowl. Pour dressing over the salad and gently stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg