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cucumber celery olive odyssey salad

Cucumber Celery Olive Odyssey Salad for a Refreshing Crunch

This Cucumber Celery Olive Odyssey Salad combines vibrant ingredients for a refreshing and nutritious experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 can Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) Use canned for convenience
  • 2 mini Mini Cucumbers Can substitute with regular cucumbers, peeled if desired
  • 2 Celery No direct substitute, jicama can provide a similar crunch
  • 2 medium Carrots (multi-colored) Can swap with radishes for a peppery bite
  • 1 medium Red Onions Yellow onions can be used
  • ½ cup Green Olives (with pimentos) Can substitute with Kalamata olives
  • 5 pieces Dates (Dole Sunshine) Can replace with dried cranberries
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Can substitute with chives
  • 5 pieces Radishes Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Thyme Can substitute with regular thyme
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Can swap with parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Ground Pepper Can use pre-ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Lemons (juice) Can substitute with lime juice
For the Chickpea Mixture
  • 1 teaspoon Harissa (dry) Optional, use smoked paprika for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Cast-iron Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cucumber Celery Olive Odyssey Salad
  1. In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, pour in ¼ cup of olive oil and add the drained chickpeas along with a sprinkle of harissa. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chickpeas are heated through and slightly golden. Remove from heat, cover the skillet, and let the mixture sit for a few minutes.
  2. While the chickpeas are cooling, chop the mini cucumbers, celery, multi-colored carrots, red onions, radishes, and green olives in a large mixing bowl. Add in the sweet Dole Sunshine dates, green onions, fresh lemon thyme, and fragrant basil. Toss together until well combined.
  3. Once the chickpea mixture has cooled, add it to the bowl of chopped vegetables, scraping every bit of the oil and spice mixture. Gently toss together with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  4. Drizzle the salad with the remaining olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice, then toss thoroughly to ensure every bite is coated.
  5. Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to deepen the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is a feast for the eyes and a healthy delight for your taste buds! It keeps well in the fridge for up to three days.

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