Low Fat Crunchy Celery Salad

Light, crisp, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Low Fat Crunchy Celery Salad is the ultimate guilt-free side dish or light lunch. Loaded with hydrating celery, sweet carrots, tangy green apple, and vibrant red bell pepper, this salad is as colorful as it is nutritious. Tossed in a creamy yet low-fat dressing made from non-fat Greek yogurt, honey, and bright lemon juice, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and zest. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and sliced almonds adds the perfect finishing touch of herbaceous and nutty crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with fiber, vitamins, and protein, this versatile recipe satisfies your craving for something crunchy and refreshing without the extra calories. Perfect for healthy eating, meal prep, or a quick dish that will impress guests, this salad is best enjoyed fresh.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Celery stalks
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green apple
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the celery stalks. Trim the ends and slice them diagonally into thin pieces about 1/4-inch wide.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and using a julienne peeler or a grater, cut it into long, thin strips.

Step 3

Deseed the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.

Step 4

Core the green apple and slice it thinly. To prevent browning, quickly toss the apple slices in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the sliced celery, julienned carrot, red bell pepper strips, and apple slices.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the non-fat plain Greek yogurt, remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all the ingredients are well-coated.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad along with the sliced almonds for added crunch.

Step 9

Give the salad a final toss and serve immediately for best texture.

Step 10

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days, though it's best enjoyed fresh for maximum crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(719.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	381.2

Total Fat 9.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 4.9mg	0%
Sodium 822.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 39.5g
Protein 19.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.8mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1266.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.7%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 59.2%