Irresistibly Fresh: Ina Garten's Celery Salad You'll Love
Ina Garten's Celery Salad is a refreshing dish that features crisp celery and vibrant herbs, perfect for light lunches or elegant side dishes.
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Small Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 4 stalks Celery washed and sliced on the diagonal
- 1/2 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley fresh, chopped
- 1/4 cup Tarragon fresh leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup Dill fresh, chopped
- 1/3 cup Toasted Slivered Almonds or walnuts/pecans
- 1/3 cup Golden Raisins or dried cranberries
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 2 teaspoons Honey adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Wash and trim the celery stalks. Slice them on the diagonal into thin pieces.
- In a large bowl, gently mix the sliced celery with chopped parsley, tarragon, and dill.
- Fold in toasted almonds and golden raisins, ensuring even distribution.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the salad to sit for about 15 minutes before serving to meld the flavors.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs.
Notes
Garnish with extra almonds for added crunch and use fresh herbs for maximum flavor.