Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our bitter green salad, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. This delightful salad boasts a harmonious blend of peppery arugula, earthy radicchio, and tangy dandelion greens, creating a base of bold and assertive flavors. Roasted pears, caramelized and tender, add a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the bitterness of the greens. Topped with creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a textural and flavor sensation. Say goodbye to boring salads and embrace the extraordinary with this unforgettable dish. From the vibrant colors to the exquisite taste, this bitter green salad with roasted pears is sure to impress and satisfy even the most discerning palate.
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GREEN SALAD WITH ROASTED PEARS AND BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Time 28m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, toss the pears with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place in the oven and bake until the pear edges are golden, but the pieces are still firm, 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through. Tear the lettuce into bite-size pieces and place in a salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard and drizzle in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil to make an emulsion. Season with salt and pepper and pour over the salad. Sprinkle with the pears, almonds, green onions, and blue cheese crumbles, and serve.
BITTER GREENS SALAD WITH LEMON-MUSTARD DRESSING
This recipe, adapted from the Los Angeles restaurant Mozza, dresses mixed frisée lightly, with a simple dressing of two kinds of mustard, lemon juice and olive oil. It's done in minutes, and serves as a light, tart side for pretty much any occasion, whether a holiday feast or a weeknight meal.
Provided by Adam Nagourney
Categories easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings
Time 5m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mustards and 3 tablespoons of the lemon juice.
- While whisking vigorously, drizzle in the olive oil until thickened. Adjust lemon juice to taste, and season with salt and pepper.
- Place greens in a serving bowl and toss with just enough dressing to lightly coat them. Reserve any remaining dressing for another use.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 135, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 321 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
ROASTED PEAR SALAD
You can roast just about any kind of pear, but for this recipe I prefer the smaller and harder Seckel pears. Once roasted, they'll soften and become surprisingly sweet and floral, a perfect contrast to the salty blue cheese and slightly bitter endive.
Provided by Food Network
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the pears, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a small bowl, drizzle the pears with the olive oil, sprinkle with the sugar and salt, and toss to coat well. Transfer the pears to a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes, until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- For the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, pecan oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, and shallots in a small mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- To assemble the salad, combine the endive leaves and bitter greens in a large serving bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss to coat well. Wait until just before serving to top with the pears, blue cheese, and pecans.
BITTER GREEN SALAD WITH ROASTED PEARS
Categories Salad Leafy Green Side Roast Pear Escarole Watercress Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Roast pears and make salad:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F.
- Toss pears with oil and spread in 1 layer in a 17- by 12-inch shallow baking pan, then season with salt and pepper. Roast pears, stirring and turning over twice, until pears are tender and beginning to brown, 20 to 30 minutes, then cool about 15 minutes.
- While pears are roasting and cooling, tear enough tender chicory and escarole leaves (discard ribs) into bite-size pieces to measure 6 cups total. Tear enough radicchio, watercress, mizuna, and romaine into bite-size pieces to measure 10 cups total. Toss torn greens in a large bowl and reserve remaining greens for another use.
- Make dressing and toss salad:
- Whisk together shallot, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
- Just before serving, add roasted pears and dressing to greens and toss to combine well.
CRAISIN' GREEN SALAD WITH PEARS
I developed this to go along with Recipe#379227. Remember that pears ripen from the inside out, the best way to check for ripeness is to "check the neck for ripeness". To do this, gently press near the stem with your thumb. When it gives to gentle pressure it is ripe, juicy and ready to eat. If you wait until the pear is soft around the middle chances are it will be overripe. I have also used Recipe#369334 instead of olive oil, and subbed in goat cheese or bleu cheese -all of them are good! Radicchio is bitter so be careful that you are using just a smidgeon of it. The cooking time is the resting time in the refrigerator.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large serving bowl, layer lettuce, pears, feta cheese, avocado, and red onions.
- Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle with almonds and dried cranberries, and let rest in refrigerator an hour before serving so that the flavors have a change to meld.
Tips:
- To save time, use a pre-made vinaigrette dressing or a store-bought bottled dressing.
- If you don't have roasted pears, you can substitute with dried pears, chopped walnuts, or crumbled blue cheese.
- For a more peppery flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and roasted pears up to 3 days in advance. Store the dressing and pears separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
- When ready to serve, assemble the salad and toss with the dressing just before serving.
Conclusion:
This bitter green salad with roasted pears is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of bitter greens, sweet pears, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone. Plus, it's packed with nutrients like vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a salad that is both delicious and good for you, give this recipe a try.
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