Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw

Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw is easy and delicious! We love this salad because it is delicious, but also, putting more vegetables on the table is always a good thing. This just might become a new family favorite. And trust me you will love celery root prepared this way!

Years ago when the food pyramid was changed and the phrase "5-a-day for fruits and vegetables", came into being,

I thought, well the fruit part is easy, the vegetables not so much...after all, we all love fruit. We eat it fresh for snacks, as juice when we are thirsty, and often for dessert. But what about vegetables? They tend to be set aside for many reasons. One of which is a lack of delicious and creative ways to prepare them. Vegetables tend to be cooked and served hot, night after night...leading to boredom and fewer vegetables that are actually enjoyed at meal time. 

Even in our very own household. 

For so many years a salad meant tossed greens and an assortment of dressings to put on top. Much like the standard restaurant offering. But I have to be honest, I got tired of that definition of a salad and felt I needed to do something nutritious about it! I also become interested in eating more non-lettuce salads, because while I love tossed greens, overall I wanted a larger variety of vegetables as a part of our meals, and not just once in awhile. Which leads us back to that 5 a day phrase... 

Which took me to the next step in salad making... 

Including new ways to make slaw-type salads, using vegetables other than cabbage. This wonderful Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw is a winner on both fronts. And a delicious use of fresh vegetables and apples, that the whole family will love. The flavor is mild, the crunch is pleasing and the dressing is just the right amount of sweet and sour. I hope you give this slaw a try, it just might become your new favorite and have you looking for a celery root the next time you visit the produce counter when you shop for your family. Plus with a large selection of non-lettuce salad recipes at the ready, a salad, each day is an easy way to round out dinner and get your 5-a-day in fruits and vegetables. I guarantee it! 

 

Some thoughts on this recipe:

Peel or don't peel your vegetables as desired. For this salad, I prefer to peel both the apple and the carrots for consistency in the texture of the finished salad. 

Fresh parsley is one of the ingredients, if unavailable, make the dressing without it. You will still love this salad. You can always substitute dried parsley if desired. 

This salad is now swimming in dressing, feel free to double the dressing if you prefer. We all have our own preferences and yours should be the focus when you serve this at your table. 

Ingredients needed for this recipe:

• celery root
• carrots
• large apple
• mayonnaise
• maple syrup
• Dijon mustard
• apple cider vinegar
• fresh parsley
• salt and pepper

You will also need the following:

• kitchen knife
• cutting board
• vegetable peeler
• box grater or food processor
• measuring spoons
• large bowl
• small bowl
• whisk
• silicone spatula

Now we are ready to begin!

Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw

inspired by, simply recipes

UPDATED: 09.17.2026

1 medium celery root (the size of a BIG grapefruit)
1 large apple - peeled if desired, we do not peel
2-3 carrots - peeled

1/2 c mayonnaise
1 T real maple syrup
1 T Dijon mustard
1 T Apple Cider Vinegar 
2 T fresh chopped parsley 
1/8 t salt, to start

fresh ground pepper

Peel if desired, then shred the celery root, apple, and carrots. Place in a large bowl for tossing with the dressing. 

To make the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, parsley, salt, and freshly ground pepper to taste. Mix well, whisking until smooth. 

Fold everything together, let sit for about 30 minutes for the flavors to marry. Refrigerate if not serving right away. 

Storage options for Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I do not recommend that this recipe be frozen. 

UPDATE:  For your convenience, a "copy and paste" version of Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw has been included below. 

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Printable "copy and paste" version:

Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw

inspired by, simply recipes

UPDATED: 09.26.2026

1 medium celery root (the size of a BIG grapefruit)
1 large apple - peeled if desired, we do not peel
2-3 carrots - peeled

1/2 c mayonnaise
1 T real maple syrup
1 T Dijon mustard
1 T Apple Cider Vinegar 
2 T fresh chopped parsley 
1/8 t salt, to start

fresh ground pepper

Peel if desired, then shred the celery root, apple, and carrots. Place in a large bowl for tossing with the dressing. 

To make the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, parsley, salt, and freshly ground pepper to taste. Mix well, whisking until smooth. 

Fold everything together, let sit for about 30 minutes for the flavors to marry. Refrigerate if not serving right away. 

Storage options for Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I do not recommend that this recipe be frozen. 

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