Celery and Apple Salad with Almonds and Dates

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A simple Celery and Apple Salad with almonds and dates is all you need this spring. It may sound unusual, but the flavors come together so tasty.

salad of celery and dates in a grey bowl.

With spring in the air, there’s no sleeping on this simple celery date salad. It pairs well with fish, duck, or even a rotisserie chicken.

You don’t need leafy greens to be in every single salad. This sliced celery salad is an example of exploring outside lettuce and introducing fun new flavors in your salads! Add it to the Thanksgiving table as a great side.

Crisp apples, fresh lemon juice, and sweet dates make this fresh salad a unique one. Dates in a salad? This may be a first for you, but it’s actually an amazing combination! Simple salads like this one are always ones that I will create as a side dish for a good meal.

This salad dressing is a simple combination that takes every salad ingredient and elevates the flavor. Add dijon mustard and extra lemon zest for an extra flavor punch! The whole family will enjoy this delicious celery salad with dates and go back for seconds.

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Key Ingredients

Ingredients spread- dates, almonds, lemon, apples, honey, tahini paste, and celery.

Celery fills your body with vitamin C and vitamin A.

Apples are loaded with fiber and many antioxidants.

Almonds add a tasty crunch to this tasty salad.

Dates make any recipe sweet, and perfectly match the crunch in the other salad ingredients.

4 Ingredients for the Dressing:

Tahini paste: You can find it at whole foods or any major grocery stores.

Lemon: Just juice form a half of the lemon.

Water: Hot water.

Sweetness: Honey

Similar to a traditional Waldorf salad, this simple celery rib and sweet apple salad combines nuts and fruits.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

How to make Celery and Apple Salad with Almonds and Dates

Step 1: Prepare celery

Wash and trim the celery stalks. Slice into ⅛ to ¼-inch half-moons crosswise.

chopped green celery on a wooden cutting board.

Steps 2 & 3: Prepare apples and dates

Core and slice the apples.

Pit the dates and chop into small pieces.

Step 4: Make the dressing

For the dressing mix combine all ingredients, adding 1 Tbsp of hot water. The water will help to make the dressing smooth.

tahini dressing in a glass jar with a lid and a spoon with a brown bowl and half a lemon on the side.

Step 5: Combine

Combine salad ingredients together in a bowl and combine with tahini dressing.

Celery salad with ingredients mixed all together in a bowl with tahini dressing.

Expert Tips

For a crunchier apple, choose red delicious apples. Fuji or honeycrisp apples are a great choice for both sweetness and crunch, while gala apples also add tartness.
To maintain the salad’s crispness, drizzle the dressing just before serving.
If your dates are too firm, soak them in warm water for a few minutes to make them easier to chop and mix.
Toss apple slices in a little lemon juice before mixing to keep them from browning.
Lightly toasting the almonds enhances their nutty flavor and adds extra crunch to the salad.
Season the dressing with salt and pepper for a well-seasoned salad dressing!

Recipe FAQs

How can I make the dressing creamier?

If you prefer a creamier dressing, add more tahini gradually until you achieve the desired consistency.

How to store celery apple salad?

Store this quick salad in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Using apples like Ambrosia apples helps so that they don’t brown faster.

celery apple salad with dates in a grey bowl with a wooden board.

Here are some more recipes with fresh produce you’ll like:

Make a traditional Nicoise Salad at home, a French classic salad you can find in restaurants!
Quick and Creamy Avocado Tomato Salad with Cucumber is a delicious and simple salad with ingredients you can grow in your backyard!
One Pot Healthy Soup with Lamb and Fresh Herbs is a delicious and protein-filled soup you can make during the winter months!

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Celery and Apple Salad with Almonds and Dates

A simple celery and apple salad with Almonds and Dates is all you need this spring. It may sound unusual, but the flavors come together so good.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Salad Dressing, Side Dish, Starters and Sides

Cuisine: American

Allergy: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Vegetarian

Total Time: 15

Calories: 223kcal

Author: Marina Rizhkov

Ingredients

▢ 3 stalks celery
▢ 2 small apples
▢ 4-5 dates
▢ ¼ cup almonds, toasted & sliced

Dressing

▢ 1 Tbsp tahini paste
▢ ½ lemon, juiced
▢ 1 Tbsp hot water
▢ 1⅛ Tbsp honey

Instructions

Wash and trim the celery stalks. Slice into ⅛ to ¼-inch half-moons crosswise.
3 stalks celery
Core and slice the apples.
2 small apples
Pit the dates and chop into small pieces.
4-5 dates
For the dressing mix combine all ingredients, adding 1 Tbsp of hot water. The water will help to make the dressing smooth.
1 Tbsp tahini paste, ½ lemon,, 1⅛ Tbsp honey, 1 Tbsp hot water
Combine salad ingredients together in a bowl and combine with tahini dressing.
¼ cup almonds,

Notes

For a crunchier apple, choose red delicious apples. Fuji or honeycrisp apples are a great choice for both sweetness and crunch, while gala apples also add tartness.