Vegetarian Classic Celery Salad
Total time20 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time5 min
4.8(10)
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4 servings
- ½ cup walnut halves
- 6 large celery stalks, thinly sliced on the bias (about 3 cups), leaves reserved
- ½ cup loosely packed celery leaves
- 1 oz parmesan, shaved (about ¼ cup)
Chef's tipChoose a vegan parmesan in the form the recipe uses - grated for sprinkling and sauces, a firm wedge for shaving or melting. - 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
Instructions
- 1
Toast the walnuts in a dry large skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board, let cool for 2 minutes, then roughly chop.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and shallot. Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
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