Smoked Almond Cheddar Crunch Salad

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €18.05 · €3.01/serving

• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Sparkling Champagne or delicate white wine vinegarEst. price €1.20–€3.50
• 2 Opulent Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced (keep slices submerged in water with lemon juice to prevent browning)Est. price €1.00–€2.50
• 2 teaspoons whole-grain Dijon mustardEst. price €0.25–€0.60
• 1/4 teaspoon high-quality kosher saltEst. price €0.02–€0.08
• 1/3 cup premium extra-virgin olive oilEst. price €2.50–€6.00
• 8 Medium endives (approximately 1 3/4 pounds), sliced at an angle into 1/2-inch-thick pieces, with cores thinly sliced (soak sliced endives in ice water for added crispness)Est. price €4.00–€8.00
• 1 Head of celery, with leaves removed and set aside, stalks thinly sliced on the diagonal (use leaves for garnish or in soups)Est. price €1.50–€3.00
• 1/2 pound sharp aged cheddar cheese, thinly shaved using the slicing blade of a box graterEst. price €4.50–€9.00
• 3/4 cup roughly chopped salted, smoked almonds, dividedEst. price €2.50–€5.00
• Exquisite flaky sea saltEst. price €0.10–€0.30

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of vinegar with 3 cups of cold water. Submerge the apple slices in the mixture and allow them to soak.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together mustard, kosher salt, and the remaining 1/4 cup of vinegar until well combined. Slowly pour in the oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsified vinaigrette.

3. 3

   Begin by draining the apple slices and gently drying them with a paper towel. In a spacious bowl, mix together the apple slices, endives, celery stalks, cheese, and half of the almonds.

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• Cultural note

  The combination of sharp cheddar cheese, smoked almonds, and Dijon mustard in this salad reflects a blend of European and American culinary influences. Cheddar cheese is commonly used in English cuisine, while Dijon mustard is a staple in French cooking.

• Seasonal note

  This Smoked Almond Cheddar Crunch Salad is best enjoyed in the fall when Honeycrisp apples are in season, and endives and celery are at their peak freshness.

• Health note

  This salad is a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats from almonds and olive oil. It is rich in vitamins A and C from the apples and vegetables, but be mindful of the saturated fat content from the cheddar cheese.