Celery Salad With Apples and Hazelnuts

Apples give a touch of sweetness to this easy celery salad. Jennifer McGruther

A simple lemon and olive oil dressing gives a bright sharpness to this easy celery salad. Apples provide a touch of sweetness, while creamy hazelnuts round it all out. The recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes and provides a great option for fall-inspired salads.

Serves 4

• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium lemon, juiced
• 10 medium celery stalks, thinly sliced on the diagonal
• 1 medium apple, cored and sliced thin
• 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Whisk the shallot, celery seeds, and black pepper together with olive oil and lemon juice in the bottom of a large mixing bowl.