Description
Celeriac remoulade is a classic French salad featuring crisp, julienned celeriac tossed in a tangy, mustard-mayonnaise dressing with capers, lemon, and fresh herbs. This refreshing and vibrant dish is perfect as a side or a light starter, offering a delightful crunch and zesty flavor that complements many meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 small celeriac
- handful of parsley, finely chopped
- handful of chopped chives
Dressing
- 2 tbsp capers, roughly chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the celeriac: Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, carefully cut the celeriac into thin, small matchstick-sized pieces to ensure an even, delicate texture.
- Mix the dressing and capers: In a large bowl, combine the roughly chopped capers, freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise. Stir well to create a smooth, tangy dressing.
- Toss celeriac with dressing: Add the julienned celeriac to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat all pieces evenly, ensuring the flavors meld together.
- Chill the salad: Transfer the remoulade to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop fully. It can be kept chilled for up to three days.
- Serve and garnish: When ready to serve, spoon the celeriac remoulade onto your chosen base (such as salad greens or rye bread) and sprinkle generously with the chopped chives and finely chopped parsley for a fresh, herbal finish.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for uniform matchsticks, but a sharp knife works fine with care.
- Adjust the lemon juice to taste for desired tanginess.
- This salad can be made in advance and stored chilled up to three days.
- For a vegan version, substitute mayonnaise with a plant-based alternative.
- Serve as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches and open-faced toasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: celeriac remoulade, French salad, celeriac salad, remoulade dressing, mustard mayonnaise salad
