Cut celeriac very finely
Thin sticks or fine shreds are more pleasant to eat raw than thick pieces. A kitchen grater makes preparation easier.
European Recipe
Celeriac pear salad with Gouda and pumpkin seeds
Celeriac is finely cut and immediately mixed with dressing. Pear, cheese strips and pumpkin seeds complete the autumn salad.
Total time
20 min
Calories
410 kcal
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Celeriac as a crunchy salad base
Raw celeriac forms the base here instead of leafy salad. Pear adds mild fruitiness, while Gouda and pumpkin seeds contribute texture. Yogurt dressing coats the fine sticks. The quantities are intended for two light meals.
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Recipe
Celeriac pear salad with Gouda and pumpkin seeds
Fine raw celeriac sticks, pear and Gouda in yogurt mustard dressing, scattered with pumpkin seeds.
Ingredients
2 servings
Method
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1
Mix dressing
Mix yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, salt and pepper until smooth in a large bowl.
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2
Cut celeriac finely
Cut peeled celeriac into very fine sticks or coarsely grate it. Immediately mix with dressing so the surfaces are coated.
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3
Add pear and cheese
Cut cored pear into thin slices or sticks. Cut Gouda into fine strips. Fold both gently into the celeriac.
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4
Plate
Divide salad between bowls and scatter with pumpkin kernels. Serve immediately. The quantity is calculated as two light meals; additional bread is not included.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Celeriac pear salad with Gouda and pumpkin seeds
Choose a pear with some firmness
A ripe but still firm pear retains its shape when mixed. Very soft fruit falls apart in the dressing.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Replace pear with the same washed, cored weight of apple. Flavour and nutritional values change.
Replace pumpkin kernels with the same amount of shelled sunflower kernels. Flavour and nutritional values change.
Nutrition per serving
410kcal
20.4 gCarbohydrates
18.1 gProtein
25.9 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Celeriac pear salad with Gouda and pumpkin seeds
No. The basic version uses raw peeled celeriac. Very fine cutting or grating is important for a pleasant salad texture.
Celery stalks are much juicier and have a different texture. They are not an equivalent replacement in the same mixture; the recipe and nutritional estimate use celeriac root.
The dressing distributes acidity and moisture over the fresh cut surfaces. It is also easier to mix it evenly before adding pear and cheese.
No. The nutritional estimate includes only the stated salad ingredients for the given number of servings. Bread goes well alongside but must be counted separately.
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