Celery Root and Green Apple Salad
4 servings
60 minutes
This refreshing salad of celery root and green apple is a true embodiment of the lightness and sophistication of European cuisine. The celery root adds a subtle nutty flavor to the dish, while the apple contributes a juicy tartness. Dressed with a fragrant sauce made from lean mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, this salad achieves a delicate creamy texture with tangy notes. Historically, celery has been used in European gastronomy for its health benefits, and its combination with apple has become popular for balancing flavors and textures. Ideal as a standalone dish or a light accompaniment to the main meal. Serve chilled for the best expression of its freshness and refinement.
1
Clean the celery root, cut it into quarters, and grate it on a coarse grater. Peel the apple and remove the core, then cut it into thin strips.
- Celeriac: 500 g
- Green apples: 0.5 piece
2
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Vegan (eggless) mayonnaise: 0.5 glass
- Dijon mustard: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
3
Add celery and apple to the sauce, season with salt and pepper, mix, cover with film, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Celeriac: 500 g
- Green apples: 0.5 piece
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
