Crunchy Celery Salad Parmesan Lemon (Printable)

Crisp celery and lemon combine with Parmesan for a fresh, light, and flavorful salad.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 large celery stalks, thinly sliced on the bias
02 - 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

→ Cheese

04 - 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons toasted walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped

# How-To:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced celery, apple, and chopped parsley.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the celery mixture and toss gently to coat.
04 - Add the shaved Parmesan and toss lightly.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Sprinkle with toasted nuts if desired.
06 - Serve immediately for maximum crunch.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes, no cooking required, just sharp knives and good intentions.
  • The crunch stays true even hours later, making it perfect for meal prep or bringing to someone's table.
  • Lemon and Parmesan transform humble celery into something that tastes elegant without any fuss.
02 -
  • Timing is everything—assemble this no more than 15 minutes before serving or the celery begins to weep and lose its snap.
  • Don't skip the lemon zest; it's where most of the brightness lives, adding flavor depth that juice alone can't achieve.
03 -
  • Make the dressing first and taste it on a piece of celery before committing; acid levels vary between lemons, and you might need to adjust.
  • Keep everything cold—chill your salad bowl, your plates, even your ingredients if you have time; cold amplifies crunch.
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