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Celery and Apple Salad with Pecans

SMART SUBSTITUTION This lighter interpretation of a traditional Waldorf salad replaces the sweet mayonnaise dressing with one made from reduced-fat sour cream, white-wine vinegar, and just a hint of sugar.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

1/4 cup pecans
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1 to 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pound celery (8 to 10 large stalks), peeled if desired, thinly sliced on the diagonal (about 5 cups)
1 apple, halved, cored, thinly sliced, then slices halved crosswise
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread pecans on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until lightly browned, tossing halfway through, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.

    Step 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, vinegar to taste, and sugar until smooth. Add celery and apple; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine. Crumble toasted pecans on top, and serve immediately.

  2. Nutrition Information

    Step 3

    (Per Serving)

    Step 4

    Calories: 98

    Step 5

    Fat: 6g

    Step 6

    Protein: 1.8g

    Step 7

    Carbohydrates: 11g

    Step 8

    Fiber: 3.2g

Everyday Food: Light
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