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Celery Salad With Apples and Blue Cheese

Celery Salad With Apples and Blue Cheese

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Celery Salad With Apples and Blue Cheese is a delightful blend of crunch and flavor, making it a perfect addition to any meal. This refreshing salad features crisp celery, sweet apples, and creamy blue cheese, all tossed in a zesty vinaigrette. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal side for festive occasions or casual dinners alike. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, this salad will not only enhance your dining experience but also impress your guests.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
  • 4 teaspoons coarse mustard
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
  • 4 teaspoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 head celery, trimmed, stalks peeled and thinly sliced on the diagonal, leaves reserved
  • 2 tart red apples, such as Pink Lady
  • 1 small celery root (about 12 ounces)
  • 1 packed cup fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted, salted almonds
  • 1 cup crumbled bold, creamy but firm blue cheese (4 to 5 ounces)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, chopped shallot, mustard, lemon zest and juice, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Add sliced celery to the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
  3. Core and slice the apples thinly; add to the celery mixture.
  4. Peel and slice the celery root into thin half-moons; mix into the salad.
  5. Just before serving, fold in parsley leaves, chopped almonds, and half of the blue cheese. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve on a platter topped with remaining blue cheese crumbles.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg