Celery Salad

Here is a simple nutrient dense recipe with celery as it’s leading star.  The other additional ingredients may vary according to what you have on hand.  This flavorful combination is made with toasted almonds and dates.

Celery Salad

1 bunch of celery diced

1/2 cup toasted nuts chopped (almonds, walnuts, cashews) your choice all work well

1/4 c. pitted chopped dates

Juice and zest of one lemon

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste ( I prefer using a healthy celtic salt)

1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil

mix together.

Celery is over looked for the nutritional powerhouse it is.  Believe it or not it’s loaded with anti-oxidants, beneficial enzymes, vitamins, minerals and potassium.

Top Ten Benefits of Celery

– Helps lower cholesterol

– Lowers Inflammation

– Helps prevent or treat high blood pressure

– Helps prevent ulcers

– Protects liver health

– Beneficial for weight loss

– Boosts Digestion and reduces bloating

– Contains anti-microbial properties that help fight infection

– Helps prevent urinary tract infections

– May help prevent cancer

* More in-depth information here:  http://draxe.com/benefits-of-celery/