Apple Celery Salad with Vinaigrette

                                             

                                            Apple Celery Salad

Ingredients: 

• 2 Gala Apples
• 4 stalks celery

Vinaigrette:

• 2 T Dijon Mustard
• 1/4 Cup EVOO
• 2 cloves fresh garlic - minced
• 1/2 freshly squeezed lemon
• salt and pepper to taste
• Splash of OJ (optional)

Instructions: 

To make the salad

• Wash the apple well, discard the core and cut the apply into very thin slices and leave the skin on
• De-string the celery (use a peeler or small paring knife) cut the pieces at a diagonal into very thin strips

To make the dressing

• Combine all ingredients into a jar and shake well. Make a batch and keep in the refrigerator

Notes:

• I use a raspberry vinegar that is so yummy for this salad. 
• You can add herbs for different salads, like oregano for Greek salad, Italian herbs for tossed salad - options are endless with this dressing base.
• You can also add minced shallots but they are strong so make sure to use sparingly.

Comments:

What kind of apples work best in this salad?

Of the many types of apples, we prefer to make salads with those that offer a nice balance of crispness and sweetness, like Honeycrisp, Fuji, Granny Smith and Pink Lady. These options hold up well and resist browning once chopped or sliced.

How can you prevent apples from browning?

You can prevent apples from browning by soaking them in cold water with salt, honey or lemon juice. Oxidation is the main cause of browning, and submerging the fruit in these solutions keeps the surface from interacting with oxygen.

How do you turn apple celery salad into a Waldorf salad?

To make a Waldorf salad, change the dressing in this apple celery salad to a mixture of mayonnaise and plain yogurt. Add sweet, chewy raisins and crunchy, bitter walnuts for a textural contrast.

How long does apple and celery salad last?

Apple and celery salad will last up to four days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container. However, it may start to turn mushy, as the celery will wilt and the apples will lose their crispness. To make them last longer, keep the salad and dressing separate and consume the dish as quickly as possible once they are mixed together.

Can you make apple and celery salad ahead of time?

We don’t recommend making this apple and celery salad too far in advance. While one hour of rest is essential for the salad’s flavors to come together, going much beyond puts the salad’s texture at risk. If you need to prep this salad ahead of time, we suggest keeping the dressing separate from the fruit and combining it only when you’re ready to serve.

Macros:

    Servings 8  Calories: 204 | Protein: 5g | Net Carbs 3g | Fats: 18g

Source: Big Man's World