Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Celery Salad with Parmesan and Dates, a refreshing dish that perfectly balances crisp textures and sweet undertones. This salad features crunchy celery, rich parmesan cheese, and naturally sweet medjool dates, all elevated by toasted walnuts for an added crunch. Ideal for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With its delightful combination of flavors and textures, it’s sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings for something light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large bunch celery (washed and pat dried)
- 1 cup chopped medjool dates (pits removed)
- 1 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
- 1 cup shaved parmesan cheese
- 1 medium shallot (sliced)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Thinly slice the shallot and soak in a mixing bowl with kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon juice for five minutes.
- Whisk in olive oil until well combined; taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about five minutes until golden brown.
- In the mixing bowl, combine chopped celery, medjool dates, toasted walnuts, and parmesan shavings; pour dressing over top.
- Toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (160g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg