This Costco Celery Salad recipe is a crunchy and fresh salad, which is made with crisp celery and hearty chickpeas. It’s a great choice for a light lunch, ready in about 20 minutes.
Jump to RecipeCostco Celery Salad Recipe Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 head romaine lettuce, finely sliced
- 2 whole persian cucumbers, cut into a small dice
- 1 bunch celery, cut into a small dice
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
For the dressing:
- 1 cup fresh dill
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 small shallot
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 cup olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
How To Make Costco Celery Salad
- Prep the salad base: Finely slice the romaine lettuce. Dice the cucumbers and the entire bunch of celery into small, uniform pieces. Add the lettuce, cucumber, and celery to a large bowl. Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas.
- Make the dill dressing: In a blender, combine the fresh dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic cloves, chopped shallot, dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. While blending, slowly stream in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine and serve: Just before serving, add the diced avocados and crumbled feta cheese to the large bowl of vegetables. Drizzle with the desired amount of dressing and toss gently to combine.
Recipe Tips
- How to keep the salad from getting soggy? The key is to add the avocado and the dressing right before you plan to serve it. This keeps the lettuce and celery crisp and the avocado from browning.
- Can I make the dressing ahead of time? Absolutely. The dressing can be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in an airtight jar in the refrigerator. It may separate, so just give it a good shake before using.
- Can I add extra protein? Yes, this salad is a great base for added protein. Shredded rotisserie chicken, grilled shrimp, or canned tuna would all be delicious additions.
- How to get the best flavor? Use fresh dill and fresh lemon juice for the dressing. The flavor is significantly brighter and more vibrant than using dried herbs or bottled juice.
What To Serve With Celery Salad
This salad is satisfying on its own, but also pairs well with:
- A grilled chicken breast or salmon fillet
- A warm, crusty baguette
- A cup of creamy tomato soup
- Crackers for scooping
How To Store Celery Salad
- Refrigerate: It is best to store the salad components separately. Keep the chopped vegetables (lettuce, celery, cucumber, chickpeas) in one container and the dressing in another. The salad will stay fresh for up to 3 days this way. Do not store the salad after it has been tossed with the dressing and avocado.
Celery Salad Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 416kcal
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 38g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, while romaine provides a great crunch, you could also use iceberg lettuce, butter lettuce, or a spring mix.
To make this salad vegan, simply omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based feta substitute. The rest of the ingredients are already vegan.
If the dressing seems too thick, you can whisk in a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
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Costco Celery Salad Recipe
Course: SaladsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings20
minutes416
kcalA super fresh and crunchy chopped salad featuring celery, cucumber, and chickpeas, all tossed in a vibrant, creamy lemon-dill vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Salad: 1 head romaine, 2 Persian cucumbers, 1 bunch celery, 1 can (15oz) chickpeas, ½ cup feta, 2 avocados
Dressing: 1 cup fresh dill, 1 lemon (zest & juice), 2 cloves garlic, 1 small shallot, 1 tbsp dijon mustard, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 cup olive oil, salt, pepper
Directions
- Chop the romaine, cucumbers, and celery into a small, uniform dice.
- Add the chopped vegetables and the rinsed chickpeas to a large salad bowl.
- To make the dressing, blend all dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth.
- Just before serving, dice the avocados and add them to the salad bowl along with the crumbled feta.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
Notes
- For the best texture, dice all the vegetables to a similar small size.
- The dressing recipe makes a generous amount. Start by adding half of it and add more as needed. Leftover dressing is delicious on other salads or grilled fish.
- To prevent the avocado from browning, add it to the salad at the very last minute.
- Rinsing the canned chickpeas removes excess sodium and improves their flavor and texture in the salad.
