Dama Bianca (Fennel And Celery Salad) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 medium fennel bulbs, stalks discarded
1 (1/2 lb) ball buffalo mozzarella (optional)
1/2 tablespoon grated lemon zest (preferably from an unwaxed organic lemon)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons good-quality fruity extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

Preparation

Halve fennel lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise about 1/4 inch thick. Toss with celery and arrange on a platter with mozzarella.
Whisk together zest, juice, oil, sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and drizzle over salad.