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Apple and walnut salad

This refreshing, crisp summer salad provides the perfect accompaniment to a glass (or two) of chilled Spanish sherry.

For a tangier version, add a dash of lemon juice to the mayonnaise before mixing it into the salad

  • Serves 2
  • 10 minutes preparation
  • Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet green apple
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (1 1/4 oz) golden raisins
  • 1 celery stalk, trimmed and chopped
  • 2 medium cooked potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 8 walnuts, shelled
  • 1 cup (8 fl. oz) mayonnaise
  • 1 1/4 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Preparation

Peel, core and dice the apple. Sprinkle a little lemon juice to prevent discoloration and set aside.

Combine the scallions, raisins, celery and potatoes in a medium earthenware bowl.

Add the diced apple, walnuts, and mayonnaise, mixing thoroughly. Sprinkle lightly with cilantro and serve immediately.