Carrot, Celery and Apple Salad
4 servings
15 minutes
Carrot, celery, and apple salad is a fresh, light, and nutritious option from classic Russian cuisine. This recipe combines the juiciness of apples, the crunch of celery, and the sweetness of carrots to create a harmonious balance of flavors. Nuts add a delicate texture and nutty aroma to the dish, while a dressing made of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey adds a subtle sweet-sour note. Historically, such salads were popular due to the availability of ingredients and their health benefits. Carrots are rich in carotene, apples provide vitamins, and celery aids digestion. This salad is perfect for a light snack, as a side dish to main courses or as a healthy addition to festive tables.
1
Peel the carrots and apples, and grate them on a medium grater. Slice the celery thinly.
- Carrot: 300 g
- Apple: 200 g
- Celery stalk: 100 g
2
Roast and finely chop the nuts.
- Walnuts: 100 g
3
Dress the salad with a sauce of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey.
- Olive oil: 40 ml
- Lemon juice: 30 ml
- Honey: 30 g
- Salt: to taste
- Spices: to taste
