**Apple and Onion Salad with Endive Spears: A Crunchy, Refreshing Medley of Sweet and Savory Flavors**
In the realm of salads, where greens reign supreme, the apple and onion salad with endive spears emerges as a refreshing and unique culinary creation. This vibrant dish tantalizes taste buds with a delightful interplay of sweet, savory, and crisp textures. The crisp crunch of diced apples and zesty red onions mingles harmoniously with the slightly bitter notes of endive spears, creating a symphony of flavors that dances on the palate. Enhanced with a tangy vinaigrette dressing, this salad transforms into an irresistibly light and refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or simply enjoyed as a standalone lunch or dinner option. This article presents two enticing variations of this classic salad: one featuring a traditional vinaigrette dressing and the other showcasing a creamy blue cheese dressing. Both interpretations promise a delectable culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
FRESH APPLE & PEAR SALAD
This fun combination of ingredients comes together beautifully in one flavor-packed dish. Crunchy apples and ripe, juicy pears are fantastic tossed with crisp, cool cucumbers and a spicy dressing. -Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine apples, pears, cucumber and onion. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apple mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ENDIVE AND APPLE SALAD
This salad came to The Times from Kathryn Anible, a personal chef in New York, whose solution to adding color to your winter table lies in this fresh, crunchy salad. "I just like it because the endive is not frequently used in salads, and it tends to be a little bitter," she said. "The apple sweetens it up a little bit and makes it more approachable. It has a nice crunchy, fresh texture."
Provided by Tara Parker-Pope
Categories salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, juice and honey. Season with salt.
- In a small sauté pan, toast the pecans over medium heat. Allow to cool.
- Mix together the endive, arugula, apple and cherries (or cranberries) in a medium-size bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Top with the pecans and goat cheese (optional).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 222, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 43 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
ENDIVE SPEARS WITH STILTON CHEESE, TOASTED PECANS, AND SAUTEED PEARS
Steps:
- In a large saute pan, over medium heat, add the butter and sugar. Add the diced pears and cook until well caramelized, approximately 8 minutes.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, fresh ground pepper and olive oil. Add the mixture to the Stilton. Assemble the spears 1 by 1, starting with the cheese then the sauteed pear and topping them off with a toasted pecan. These can be garnished with a sprig of watercress or other herb, if desired. Arrange the spears on a plate by first making a small mound of cream cheese and then sticking each spear into the cream cheese in a floral, 3-dimensional pattern.
CURLY ENDIVE SALAD
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, toss together both endives and the onion. Sprinkle with the vinegar, oil and salt and toss again. If a little more oil or vinegar is needed, do so in small increments and taste as you go. The salad should be well seasoned and dressed but not soggy.
- Voila!
HEARTS OF ROMAINE SALAD WITH APPLE, RED ONION, AND CIDER VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Whisk first 8 ingredients in small bowl for dressing. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate. Rewhisk before using.)
- Place sliced onion in medium bowl. Cover with cold water; let stand 30 minutes. Drain well. Place 1/3 cup dressing in another medium bowl. Add apples; toss to coat.
- Trim off tips of romaine halves, leaving 5-inch lengths. Cut each romaine half lengthwise into 3 wedges. Fan wedges on large platter. Top with red onion slices. Drizzle salad with dressing, then sprinkle with apples and pecans.
FRIED APPLES AND ONIONS
"I was surprised to see how quickly my friends gobbled this dish up," chuckles Sue Davis, Wausau, Wisconsin. "Excusing myself, I flew into the kitchen, chopped up more onions and apples, quickly fried them and brought out another steaming dish. That one disappeared, too!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the onions in butter over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Top with apples; sprinkle with brown sugar. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until apples are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
WALDORF SALAD IN ENDIVE SPEARS
This recipe appeared in my local paper this week and I served it at a holiday party yesterday...it was the first thing to be gobbled up! Very good and easy to make ahead and just pull out and serve. I used one packet of Splenda instead of sugar and it tasted great.
Provided by CaliforniaJan
Categories Apple
Time 15m
Yield 30 spears, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse the individual endive spears and pat dry.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and salt and pepper. Taste and add more sugar, salt and pepper as desired. Stir in the crumbled cheese.
- Peel and core apples and cut into a very small dice. Toss cheese mixture with apples and walnuts. Place a dollop at the base of each endive spear and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 661.1, Carbohydrate 73.2, Fiber 61.5, Sugar 10, Protein 28.3
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when sliced, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
- Slice the apples and onions thinly: This will help them absorb the dressing and cook evenly.
- Use a sharp knife: This will make it easier to slice the apples and onions thinly and evenly.
- Don't overcook the onions: They should be softened but still have a bit of crunch.
- Let the salad marinate: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the salad chilled: This will make it even more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Apple and onion salad is a classic side dish that is both delicious and healthy. It is a great way to use up leftover apples and onions, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. This salad is also very versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. For example, you can add different types of nuts or seeds, or you can use a different type of dressing. No matter how you choose to make it, apple and onion salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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