Description

This Simple Celery Apple Salad with Lemon Dressing is the perfect blend of freshness and crunch, making it an ideal side dish for any occasion. Featuring crisp celery and sweet honeycrisp apples, this salad is elevated by a zesty lemon dressing that ties all the flavors together beautifully. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes, and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you serve it as a light lunch or alongside grilled meats, this salad is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and refreshing taste.

Ingredients

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1 large bunch celery
2 medium honeycrisp apples
1/2 cup gruyere cheese, shaved
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 Tbsp white apple vinegar
1 tsp maple syrup
1/2 tsp dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, white apple vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Trim and cut the celery into thin bite-sized pieces. Optionally, chop the leaves for garnish.
Use a vegetable peeler to shave the gruyere cheese into thin slices.
Core and slice the apples into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine celery, apple pieces, shaved cheese, and chopped leaves. Drizzle with dressing and toss well to coat.
Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 185
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 7mg