Apple and Celery Salad

Apple and Celery Salad is a crisp, refreshing side dish or light snack, primarily made from chopped apples, celery, and a creamy dressing like mayonnaise or yogurt, often with additions like walnuts, raisins, or lemon juice. It is a popular, simple salad in American cuisine, especially common in home cooking and potlucks.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is generally low in fat and protein but moderate in carbohydrates, mainly from the natural sugars in apples and any added sweeteners. It provides a good source of dietary fiber and key vitamins like Vitamin K and potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin K	25 mcg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin A	70 IU
Manganese	0.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Folate	15 mcg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The combination of sweet apple and savory celery creates a classic sweet-savory contrast that's both satisfying and hydrating. Nutritionally, it's a clever way to incorporate more raw fruits and vegetables into a diet, offering a crunchy texture without the need for cooking.