Description
This Refreshing Celery and Cucumber Salad is the perfect way to cool off on a hot day. With crunchy cucumbers, crisp celery, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this salad bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, it’s not just a side dish; it’s a delightful experience that complements any meal. Perfect for summer barbecues or light lunches, this salad will become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Rinse all vegetables under cold water. Dice the cucumber and celery into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, celery, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped dill. Toss gently to combine.
- 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- 5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg