Recipe

Imagine the freshest crunch of celery meeting thin, salty ribbons of real Parmigiano-Reggiano, all dressed in a lemony whisper of olive oil. This is the salad that disappears first at every dinner party, the one people beg you to bring to potlucks, the side that somehow steals the show from the main course. Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor—pure Italian elegance on a plate.

The secret? Paper-thin celery and feather-light Parmesan shavings that drink up the dressing instead of fighting it. The Geedel Rotary Grater makes that restaurant-level texture effortless in seconds.

🥗Ingredients (Serves 4–6 as a side)

1 large bunch crisp celery (preferably inner stalks with leaves)

3–4 oz wedge Parmigiano-Reggiano (the real stuff—no pre-shredded)

1 lemon (zest + juice)

Best-quality extra virgin olive oil

Flaky sea salt & freshly cracked black pepper

Optional: toasted pine nuts, cracked green olives, or a pinch of chili flakes

🍳Step-by-Step: From Stalk to Stunner

1. Shave the Celery with Geedel

Lock your cheese grater hand crank with the fine shred blade. Feed whole celery stalks (including tender leaves) straight through the chute—one easy crank gives you long, gossamer-thin ribbons that look (and taste) straight out of a Roman trattoria.

2. Shave the Parmesan

Switch to the fine shred blade (or keep it—no need to change!). Run the Parmesan wedge through for delicate, curly ribbons that melt into the dressing.

3. Build the Dressing

In a large bowl, whisk lemon zest, a generous squeeze of lemon juice, and twice as much olive oil. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper—it should taste bright and punchy.

4. Toss & Serve

Add the shaved celery and most of the Parmesan to the bowl. Toss gently with your hands—the ultra-thin ribbons coat perfectly. Pile onto a platter, scatter the remaining Parmesan on top, finish with an extra drizzle of oil and flaky salt. Serve immediately while the crunch is electric.

🌿Tips & Twists

Make it heartier → Add Geedel-shaved fennel or apple

Protein boost → Top with grilled shrimp or prosciutto crisps

Nutty upgrade → Scatter toasted hazelnuts or pine nuts

Make-ahead hack → Shave celery and Parmesan with Geedel up to a day ahead; store separately and dress just before serving

🌟Conclusion: The Salad Everyone Remembers

This Shaved Celery & Parmesan Salad is proof that the simplest things—crisp celery, great cheese, good oil—become unforgettable when cut just right with the food shredder. Those effortless, paper-thin ribbons turn a humble stalk into pure magic. One bite and you’ll understand why Italians have been obsessed forever.