Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Palermitan Salad: A Perfect Harmony of Crunch and Sweetness
Delve into the vibrant Palermitan salad — a fresh, colourful side dish that beautifully balances crisp textures with a hint of sweetness, capturing the very essence of Sicilian cooking.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 head of celery
- ✓ 500g salt-free green olives
- ✓ 5 carrots
- ✓ 1 fresh or dried chilli
- ✓ 1 tablespoon salt-free capers
- ✓ Extra virgin olive oil, to taste
- ✓ Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ✓ White wine vinegar (optional)
📊 Nutritional Information
Bursting with colour and freshness, the Palermitan salad is summer on a plate from Sicily. Simple yet packed with flavour, it marries the crunch of celery with the natural sweetness of carrots and the boldness of green olives, all enhanced by a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a subtle kick of chilli.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Clean the celery, removing any strings, then chop into small pieces.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the carrots, celery, green olives and salt-free capers.
- 3
Add the chopped chilli for a gentle heat, then dress with extra virgin olive oil, seasoning with salt and black pepper. For a livelier flavour, splash in a little white wine vinegar if you like.
- 4
Give everything a good toss and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavours to mingle.
- 5
Serve chilled, alongside rustic bread or as a bright accompaniment to meat or fish dishes.
💡 Tips and Variations
Try enriching the salad with sweet cherry tomatoes or toasted almond flakes for an added crunch. For a touch of sweetness, a few thin slices of orange bring a lovely zesty contrast — a classic Sicilian twist.
📦 Storage
- • Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within 1-2 days.
- • To keep the crunch intact, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving.
🍷 Pairing
Pair this Palermitan salad with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, a Sicilian wine bursting with bright fruit aromas that beautifully complement the sweetness of the carrots and the savoury olives.
This Palermitan salad is a true celebration of Sicilian summer flavours that’s straightforward to make and utterly delicious. I warmly encourage you to give it a go at home, and watch it bring a splash of sunshine to your table. Share it with loved ones, and enjoy a little taste of Sicily together — it’s the kind of dish everyone will love returning to again and again.
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