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A crisp celery apple salad with lemon-parsley vinaigrette in an oval au gratin.

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
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine North American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 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.
Keyword celery apple salad recipes, celery salad with apples, easy celery salad, honeycrisp apple salad recipe, lemon parsley vinaigrette
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