🥗✨ Zero Point Celery Salad – Light, Fresh & Full of Flavor! 🌿💚
Looking for the perfect crunchy, zesty side dish that’s bursting with freshness—and won’t cost you a single WW point? Say hello to your new go-to: the Zero Point Celery Salad. It’s refreshing, flavorful, and so easy to make, you’ll be reaching for it all week long.
With its vibrant lemony dressing, crisp celery, and fresh herbs, this salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, potlucks, or a mid-day snack that leaves you feeling good.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 cups celery, thinly sliced (include some celery leaves for extra flavor)
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1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
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1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional, for a little kick)
Every ingredient in this recipe is Zero Points on most WW plans. Be sure to double-check your plan settings if you’re tracking!
👩🍳 Instructions
🥬 Step 1: Prep the Veggies
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Wash and slice the celery and red onion as thinly as possible for the best crunch.
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Chop the parsley, including the tender stems.
🍋 Step 2: Whisk the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
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Lemon juice
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Minced garlic
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Dijon mustard
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Salt and black pepper
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(Optional) Add red chili flakes for a hint of heat.
🥗 Step 3: Toss It All Together
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced celery, red onion, and parsley.
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Pour the dressing over the top and toss well to coat everything evenly.
❄️ Step 4: Chill & Serve
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Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve cold and enjoy the crisp, lemony goodness!
✨ Tips & Flavor Boosts
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Add Extra Crunch: Try thinly sliced radishes or cucumbers for extra texture.
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Herb It Up: Add chopped fresh dill, mint, or a dash of celery seed.
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Optional Cheese: A sprinkle of grated Parmesan (just 1 tbsp) adds rich flavor for only a small point increase.
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Make Ahead: This salad holds up well for 2–3 days in the fridge—great for prepping in advance!
🧮 Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
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Calories: ~20
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Protein: 1g
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Carbs: 4g
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Fat: 0g
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WW Points: 0 (per serving on most WW plans)
