Crisp Celery Apple Salad with Lemon-Parsley Vinaigrette

If you think celery is just for snack trays, this super simple salad is about to change your mind entirely. It is a total palate cleanser, bringing a massive crunch and a hit of acidity that makes it the perfect sidekick for a rich main course.

Why We Love the Recipe

• The Ultimate Crunch: Using Honeycrisp apples and fresh celery provides a texture that doesn’t go soggy.
• Pantry Staples: You likely have every single ingredient in your kitchen right now.
• Versatility: It is just as good next to a grilled pork chop as it is with lamb or roast chicken.

Ingredients

• Celery stalks, very thinly sliced
• Crisp apple(s) (like Honeycrisp)
• Fresh parsley leaves
• Lemon juice
• Olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

See recipe card below for exact quantities.

Instructions

The Prep

Slice your celery as thin as possible to keep the texture delicate rather than chunky. Slice the apple into thin shards.

The Mix

In a medium bowl, combine the celery, apple, and parsley.

The Dressing

Drizzle with the lemon juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

The Finish

Toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately to maintain that maximum crunch.

Tips, Substitutions & Serving Suggestions

• Substitutions: If you want a bit of heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the salad. For the lamb, if you can’t find sirloin, this method works beautifully with thick-cut lamb loin chops.
• Pro Tip: To keep the apples from browning if you are prepping ahead, toss them in the lemon juice first before adding the other ingredients.
• Serving Suggestion: Serve with Lamb Steak Frites and the Celery-Apple Salad on the same large platter for a family-style bistro dinner.

📖 Recipe

Crisp Celery Apple Salad with Lemon-Parsley Vinaigrette

If you think celery is just for snack trays, this salad is about to change your mind entirely. It is a total palate cleanser, bringing a massive crunch and a hit of acidity that makes it the perfect sidekick for a rich main course.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine North American

Servings 4

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Ingredients

  

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• 3 celery stalks very thinly sliced
• 1 crisp apple like Honeycrisp, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• Pinch kosher salt
• Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

 

• The Prep: Slice your celery as thin as possible to keep the texture delicate rather than chunky. Slice the apple into thin shards.
• The Mix: In a medium bowl, combine the celery, apple, and parsley.
• The Dressing: Drizzle with the lemon juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• The Finish: Toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately to maintain that maximum crunch.
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Notes

Tips, Substitutions & Serving Suggestions

• Substitutions: If you want a bit of heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the salad. For the lamb, if you can't find sirloin, this method works beautifully with thick-cut lamb loin chops.
• Pro Tip: To keep the apples from browning if you are prepping ahead, toss them in the lemon juice first before adding the other ingredients.
• Serving Suggestion: Serve with Lamb Steak Frites and the Celery-Apple Salad on the same large platter for a family-style bistro dinner.

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