Celery Salad with Carrot and Mayonnaise

Celery, carrot, and apple salad is a fresh dish, full of vitamins, ideal to be served as an appetizer or as a side dish. Here’s how you can prepare this delicious recipe.

Start by peeling the celery, carrots, and apple. Make sure to wash all the ingredients very well before peeling them. After peeling, use a large grater to grate the celery and carrots. For the apples, I recommend using green apples, as they have a pleasant acidity that will add a special taste to your salad. After grating all the ingredients, it is essential to immediately sprinkle the apples and celery with lemon juice. This will not only prevent oxidation but will also enhance the flavors.

If you are going to consume the salad immediately, you can mix all the ingredients in a large bowl. Make sure the vegetables and apples are well combined to achieve a uniform texture. Finally, garnish the salad with finely chopped fresh parsley, which will add an extra touch of freshness and color.

If you want to prepare the salad for later, it is recommended to let the mixture of celery and carrots together with the grated apples release their juice for about 15 minutes. After draining, make sure to strain them well to remove excess liquid. This will prevent the salad from becoming watery. After draining the ingredients well, you can add the remaining components and mix everything carefully. Then, refrigerate the salad to chill well before serving.

For an elegant presentation, serve the salad on slices of fresh bread, which will add a pleasant contrast of textures. The bread can be lightly toasted or used directly, depending on your preferences. You can top it with a few parsley leaves for a more attractive look. This salad is not only delicious but also extremely healthy, being rich in vitamins and minerals. Additionally, it is versatile and can be customized with various ingredients, such as nuts or raisins, for an extra flavor. Enjoy it with your loved ones!