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Celery Salad with Parmesan and Dates

Celery Salad with Parmesan and Dates

This Celery Salad with Parmesan and Dates is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp celery, sweet medjool dates, and savory parmesan cheese for a delightful flavor experience. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The crunchy walnuts add a nutty richness while the tangy dressing brightens every bite. Serve it chilled to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors, whether alongside grilled chicken or on its own.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup chopped medjool dates (pitted)
  • 1 large bunch celery (washed and dried)
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shavings
  • 1 medium shallot (sliced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Soak sliced shallots in lemon juice for about 10 minutes to mellow their flavor.
  2. Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine soaked shallots with their lemon juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, toasted walnuts, chopped dates, and celery.
  4. Toss all ingredients together gently until well combined.
  5. Top with parmesan shavings just before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added variety, consider substituting walnuts with pecans or almonds. To make the salad heartier, you can include cooked quinoa or chickpeas.

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