Shaved Fennel, Honeycrisp, and Celery Salad

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 20 min

Cook 2 min

Total 22 min

Ingredients

1 large fennel bulb, cored and shaved paper-thin (reserve fronds for garnish)
1 large Honeycrisp apple, cored and thinly sliced
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced on the bias (plus 1/4 cup tender leaves, if available)
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 oz Parmesan or Pecorino, shaved (optional)
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 small shallot, minced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp whole-grain mustard
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Place the shaved fennel and sliced celery in a large bowl; reserve fennel fronds for garnish.
2. Toss the sliced apple with lemon juice to prevent browning, then add to the bowl.
3. If not already toasted, toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 3–4 minutes; set aside.
4. Make the warm dressing: In a small skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add shallot and thyme; cook until softened and fragrant, 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in cider vinegar, Dijon, whole-grain mustard, honey, salt, and several grinds of black pepper.
5. Pour the warm dressing over the fennel, celery, and apple. Add parsley and half the walnuts; toss gently to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Plate the salad; top with remaining walnuts, shaved Parmesan or Pecorino (if using), and fennel fronds. Serve immediately.