This Celery, Sunchoke, and Green Apple Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette is a crisp and refreshing dish that combines earthy sunchokes, tart green apples, and crunchy celery with the richness of toasted walnuts. The tangy mustard vinaigrette enhances the fresh flavors, creating a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy. It’s an ideal salad for a light lunch or as a sophisticated side dish at any meal.
Celery, Sunchoke, and Green Apple Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette
Course: SaladsCuisine: American4
servings15
minutes5
minutes260
kcalIngredients
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
4 large celery stalks, peeled and thinly sliced, plus 1/4 cup leaves chopped
1 head fennel, trimmed and thinly sliced lengthwise, fronds reserved
1 large sunchoke (5 ounces), peeled and thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 garlic clove, grated or minced
2 teaspoons honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
- Toast the walnuts: In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced celery, chopped celery leaves, fennel, sunchoke, and Granny Smith apple. Toss gently to mix.
- Make the mustard vinaigrette: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
- Assemble the salad: Drizzle the mustard vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. Add the toasted walnuts and fennel fronds for garnish.
- Serve: Enjoy this refreshing salad immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Total Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 300mg
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 7g
Protein: 3g
This Celery, Sunchoke, and Green Apple Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette is a delightful combination of fresh, crunchy ingredients with a tangy, slightly sweet dressing. The balance of flavors and textures makes this salad perfect as a light starter or a healthy side dish for any occasion.
