Refreshing and Tangy Celery Leaf Salad
A Zesty Celery Leaf Salad That’s Both Healthy and Delicious
Let’s make a wonderfully tangy celery leaf salad that’s not only good for your health with its characteristic bittersweet flavor but also a delicious way to stay healthy. This recipe captures the healthy essence of celery while creating a refreshing side dish that stimulates your appetite.
Celery Leaf Salad Ingredients- 1 bunch of fresh celery leaves
- 6 Tbsp white vinegar
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare one bunch of fresh celery. We’ll be primarily using the leaves and tender stems rather than the thicker stalks.
Step 2
Carefully trim and separate the fresh, tender leaves from the celery stalks. Remove any yellowed or wilted leaves and gather only the clean ones.
Step 3
Place the abundant celery leaves into a clean mixing bowl. It might seem like a lot of volume at first.
Step 4
Lightly rinse the celery leaves under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Then, fill the bowl with plenty of water and add 6 tablespoons of white vinegar. Soaking the celery leaves in this vinegar water for about 10-15 minutes helps reduce their characteristic ‘green’ flavor and enhances their freshness.
Step 5
After soaking, drain the celery leaves from the vinegar water and rinse them once more with clean water. They are now ready for seasoning.
Step 6
Drain the washed celery leaves on a colander, or for even better results, use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. Spinning the leaves thoroughly in a salad spinner will prevent the dressing from becoming watery and ensure it adheres well.
Step 7
Transfer the thoroughly dried celery leaves back into the mixing bowl. They are now ready to be tossed with the delicious dressing.
Step 8
Add 6 tablespoons of white vinegar to the bowl. This forms the base of the tangy flavor.
Step 9
Add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce (either regular or light) for umami and saltiness.
Step 10
Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup for a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor. You can also use sugar if preferred.
Step 11
Add 1 tablespoon of fine red pepper flakes for a hint of spice and an appealing color. If you enjoy more heat, you can increase the amount or mix in some gochugaru for extra spiciness.
Step 12
Pour all the prepared dressing ingredients over the celery leaves. Gently toss everything together until the leaves are evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the delicate leaves. Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds (whole or crushed) for a nutty finish. Your refreshing and tangy celery leaf salad is ready!
Step 13
Enjoy this incredibly simple yet delicious celery leaf salad made with minimal ingredients and effort! It’s a perfect side dish or salad to enrich your healthy meal.
