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Celery Walnut Salad
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Summer has arrived, which translates to grilling, barbecue and outdoor parties and activities. In other words, keep the food part quick and simple. That’s precisely what this salad is: Simple, crunchy, absolutely delicious.
Celery has a number of major health benefits, it’s low calorie, and combined with toasted walnuts, red onion or shallots and an oil and lemon vinaigrette with just a drop or two of vanilla, it’s an easy, light salad.
Keep it simply celery or add sliced fresh fennel for delicate licorice notes and thin slices of red onion for a flavor pop. Add fresh tangerine pieces, strawberry halves or even watermelon cubes for a refreshingly sweet addition. I like sheep’s milk feta for the cheese as it’s mild and creamy. You can use any feta, blue cheese, or even shaved Parmesan cheese if you want, or skip the cheese if you prefer. A very versatile, crunchy side dish to use with just about anything.
PrintCelery Walnut Salad
Ingredients
Scale
4 – 5 stalks of celery, sliced bite-size on the diagonal, strings removed if necessary
1/4 cup thin slices of red onion or 2 scallions sliced thinly
1/4 cup rough-chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
1/4 cup sheep’s milk or other feta cheese
Lemon Vinaigrette
1/3 cup walnut oil or light olive oil
Juice of 1 small lemon or to taste
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 drops Rain’s Choice pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Place salad ingredients in a medium serving bowl. Mix dressing in a cup or jar and whisk. Taste and add more lemon, oil or seasonings to taste. Whisk again until well-emulsified. Pour over salad.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead.
Patricia Rain is an author, educator, culinary historian, and owner of The Vanilla Company (www.vanillaqueen.com), a socially conscious, product-driven information and education site dedicated to the promotion of pure, natural vanilla, and the support of vanilla farmers worldwide. She also does culinary presentations for food professionals, cooking schools, trade shows, food fairs, and private groups, and is a regular radio and TV guest.
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