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Celery Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Celery Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Celery Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that elevates any meal. This salad features crisp celery, sweet green apples, and aromatic fennel, all tossed in a light and tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Packed with nutrients and flavor, it serves as an ideal accompaniment for picnics, lunchboxes, or light dinners. With its delightful crunch and elegant presentation, this salad is sure to impress your guests while offering a nutritious option that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 stalks celery
  • 1 small bulb fennel
  • 1 green apple
  • ¼ cup parsley
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • pinch kosher salt
  • few turns cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the celery diagonally into thin pieces. Use a mandoline to slice the fennel thinly. Core and slice the green apple.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine celery, fennel, apples, parsley, toasted walnuts, and parmesan cheese. Drizzle with dressing.
  5. Toss gently to combine; serve immediately or chill for up to an hour for enhanced flavor.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added variety, consider incorporating crumbled feta or pecans. Letting the salad chill enhances the flavors. Fresh ingredients are key for optimal taste.