FENNEL-CELERY SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUTS
Fennel and celery share more than just the dubious honor of being incredibly underrated vegetables. Their snappy crunch is awesome raw, as proven by this densely textured salad recipe.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Bon Appétit Salad Celery Fennel Thanksgiving Fig Blue Cheese Vegetarian Walnut Wheat/Gluten-Free Side
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 5-8 minutes; let cool.
- Finely chop 1 shallot half, then thinly slice the other half crosswise; set sliced shallot aside. Combine chopped shallot, mustard, sugar, and 1/4 cup vinegar in a resealable jar. Add oil and season with salt and pepper. Cover and shake to emulsify; set vinaigrette aside.
- Toss figs, reserved sliced shallot, and remaining 1/4 cup vinegar in a small bowl; let sit until figs and shallots are softened, at least 30 minutes.
- Just before serving, toss fennel, celery, blue cheese, and toasted walnuts in a large bowl. Drain figs and shallot and add to bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
- Do Ahead
- Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Figs and shallot can be soaked 4 hours ahead; store covered at room temperature. Fennel and celery can be sliced 4 hours ahead; place in a large bowl. Cover with a damp paper towel and chill.
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Seemal Rizwan
[email protected]I thought this salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste and the blue cheese was a bit overpowering.
Saba naveed
[email protected]This salad was easy to make and very refreshing. I liked the addition of walnuts, which gave it a nice crunch.
Mr Sohan
[email protected]The fennel and celery in this salad were a bit too strong for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a milder green, like romaine lettuce.
UH IMRAN KHAN
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are well-balanced and the dressing is addictive. I highly recommend it!
WEATHER X
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of fennel, celery, blue cheese, and walnuts was unique and flavorful. I especially loved the dressing, which was tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making this salad again.