Simple Green Salad with Celery Seed Dressing
8 servings
15 minutes
This simple green salad with celery seed dressing is a light and refreshing dish from European cuisine. Its minimalist composition highlights the natural flavor of fresh lettuce, which gains zest from the dressing. Celery seeds add a hint of spice, garlic deepens the aroma, and apple cider vinegar with olive oil creates a delicate, balanced sweet-sour texture. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish on a summer day or as an accompaniment to meat and fish dishes. It recalls traditional rustic salads where fresh ingredients created simple yet exquisite flavor combinations. Its classic lightness and richness make it an ideal choice for those who appreciate natural ingredients and subtle gastronomic nuances.
1
In a small bowl, mash the minced garlic with 0.25 teaspoon of salt, then add celery seeds, vinegar, and oil.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Celery seeds: 1.5 teaspoon
- Apple cider vinegar: 3 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 0.5 glass
2
Tear the lettuce leaves into small pieces in a large bowl, drizzle with dressing, and mix well.
- Lettuce: 2 pieces
