A crisp celery and apple salad tossed with lemon dressing, Parmesan, and toasted nuts for a fresh taste.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 6 large celery stalks, thinly sliced on the bias
02 - 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
→ Cheese
04 - 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
→ Dressing
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped
# Method:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced celery, apple, and chopped parsley.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the celery mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Add the shaved Parmesan and toss lightly to incorporate.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and sprinkle with toasted nuts if desired.
06 - Serve immediately to preserve maximum crispness and texture.
