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Apple Salad with Toasted Mustard Seeds and Herbs

By Alison Roman

5.0

(3)

Oval plate of salad consisting of apple slices toasted mustard seeds chives and parsley.
Photo by Jeremy Liebman

Recipe information

  • Yield

    8 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup yellow and/or brown mustard seeds
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more
2 large apples (such as Pink Lady or Gala), cored, very thinly sliced
1/4 cup parsley leaves with tender stems
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toast mustard seeds in a small saucepan over medium heat until they begin to pop, about 2 minutes. Add honey, 3/4 cup vinegar, and 1 Tbsp. salt. Bring to a simmer, swirling pan occasionally, and cook until liquid is almost completely evaporated, about 5 minutes. Let cool.

    Step 2

    Toss apples in a small bowl with parsley, chives, oil, 2 Tbsp. seasoned mustard seeds, and remaining 2 Tbsp. vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Serve apple salad with extra mustard seeds alongside.

TagsSaladAppleFruitParsleyHerbs & SpicesSideLunchDinnerGluten FreeDairy FreeNut FreeVegetarianBon Appétit

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