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Harvest Celery Apple Salad

Harvest Celery Apple Salad

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Harvest Celery Apple Salad is a delightful combination of crisp celery, sweet apples, and chewy cranberries, creating a refreshing dish perfect for fall. This vibrant salad features the added crunch of toasted pecans and a tangy dressing that ties all the flavors together. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s not only a nutritious side dish but also an excellent light meal option that everyone will love. Whether served at gatherings or enjoyed solo for lunch, this salad celebrates the flavors of autumn with fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 5 ½ to 6 cups celery, diced
  • 1 medium Honeycrisp apple, diced
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ to ¾ cup finely diced red onion
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon tahini
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup (to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch to 1 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Add maple syrup and stir until bubbly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, tahini, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt.
  3. Combine diced celery, apples, cranberries, and red onion in a large bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold in the glazed pecans just before serving.

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