Kohlrabi and Apple Salad

Name: Kohlrabi and Apple Salad
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 medium kohlrabi (about 11/4 lb.), peeled and thinly sliced; 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into matchsticks; 1 small Honeycrisp apple, cored and cut into matchsticks; Kosher salt and pepper; 1 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 tbsp. lemon juice; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1/2 oz. Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1 c.); 2 tbsp. shelled pistachios, roughly chopped; 1/4 c. basil leaves; Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

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By Tina MartinezPublished: Aug 22, 2024

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Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

157

You’ll no longer wonder what the heck to do with kohlrabi. This elegant, refreshing salad spotlights the crunchy cruciferous vegetable that has the mild flavor of broccoli stems. Tart apples and salty Parm play up kohlrabi’s natural sweetness.

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Ingredients

2 medium kohlrabi (about 11/4 lb.), peeled and thinly sliced
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into matchsticks
1 small Honeycrisp apple, cored and cut into matchsticks
Kosher salt and pepper
1 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 oz. Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1 c.)
2 Tbsp. shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
1/4 cup basil leaves
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Directions

1. Step 1In large bowl, toss together kohlrabi, apples, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; let sit 5 minutes.
2. Step 2In small bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice and oil. Drizzle over salad. Add half each of Parmesan, pistachios, and basil and toss gently to combine.
3. Step 3Transfer salad to platter and top with remaining Parmesan, pistachios, and basil. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.

RECIPE TIP: Can’t get enough? Try kohlrabi cubed and roasted with olive oil, salt, and pepper for a simple side dish.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 157 calories, 9.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 2 mg cholesterol, 303 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 10.5 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 3 g protein

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