Arugula, Apple, and Parsnip with Buttermilk Dressing

From the kitchen of Carly

Crisp arugula and raw parsnip ribbons play against sweet apple slices in this bright salad. A tangy buttermilk dressing pools underneath, while fresh dill and flaky sea salt tie everything together with understated elegance.

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Servings
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Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 11/4 cup buttermilk
  • 14 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 11 large Pink Lady apple, cored, thinly sliced
  • 11 small parsnip, peeled, thinly sliced lengthwise on a mandoline
  • 11 bunch arugula, tough stems trimmed
  • 11/4 cup fresh dill with tender stems
  • 12 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Instructions

  1. Whisk buttermilk and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; season dressing with kosher salt and pepper.

  2. Toss apple, parsnip, arugula, and dill in a large bowl. Drizzle salad with vinegar and toss to coat; season with kosher salt, pepper, and more vinegar, if desired.

  3. Spoon half of dressing onto serving plates or a large platter. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to salad and toss to coat. Mound salad on top of dressing. Spoon remaining dressing over and season with sea salt.

  4. Do ahead: Dressing can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.