Green Apple Celery Walnuts Salad (Print Version)

Crisp green apples and celery combine with toasted walnuts in a light, tangy salad.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 medium green apples, cored and thinly sliced

02 - 4 celery stalks, thinly sliced

03 - 1 small shallot, finely minced

04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

05 - 1/2 cup walnut halves, roughly chopped

06 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

09 - 1 teaspoon honey

10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

01 - Place the sliced apples in a bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.

02 - In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.

03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, celery, minced shallot, and toasted walnuts.

05 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

06 - Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

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The contrast between tart apples and earthy walnuts creates this incredible crunch that makes every bite exciting
It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
The dressing strikes that perfect balance between sharp and sweet without overwhelming the fresh ingredients

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Once dressed, this salad starts to lose its crunch after about 30 minutes, so add the dressing right before serving
The walnuts continue cooking even after you remove them from the pan, so pull them off when they're just barely golden

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A mandoline makes perfectly even apple slices, but a sharp knife and steady hand work just fine
Let the salad sit for 2 minutes after tossing to allow the flavors to meld before serving