Best 6 Boston Lettuce And Endive Salad Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this refreshing Boston lettuce and endive salad. This delightful dish combines the crisp texture of Boston lettuce with the slightly bitter notes of endive, creating a harmonious balance. Dressed in a tangy vinaigrette, this salad offers a burst of flavors with every bite. Accompanied by three additional recipes, this article provides a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. Explore the classic Caesar salad, featuring crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing and topped with croutons and Parmesan cheese. Discover a vibrant Greek salad, where fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and feta cheese mingle in a zesty vinaigrette. Last but not least, experience the Mediterranean bliss of a tabbouleh salad, where bulgur wheat, parsley, tomatoes, and mint come together in a refreshing and aromatic blend. These recipes promise a delightful culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD

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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup olive oil
Pinch salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head Boston lettuce, cleaned
2 tablespoons capers

Steps:

Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a resealable plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake until contents are well combined.
Break the lettuce into leaves and place on 4 plates. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with capers.

ENDIVE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING

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I modeled this salad after one of my own great secret weaknesses: iceberg lettuce with blue cheese dressing. The big difference here, of course, is that endive has much more flavor than iceberg, which has more texture than flavor. The bitter edge of the endive is soothed by the sharp blue cheese dressing, and the combination is set off by the small apple dice that garnishes the wedges.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories dinner, lunch, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 small garlic clove, finely minced or puréed
1/2 cup plain yogurt, thinned out with a little milk if thick
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 ounces good quality blue cheese or Roquefort, at room temperature, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 large or 6 medium endives
Minced chives
1 apple, cut in very small (1/4 inch or smaller) dice and tossed with lemon juice for garnish

Steps:

Whisk together garlic and yogurt in a medium bowl. Add olive oil, salt and pepper and whisk together. Add blue cheese or Roquefort and Dijon mustard and whisk together until mixture is fairly smooth, with a few lumps of cheese.
Trim away the very end of the endives and cut lengthwise into quarters. Arrange on a platter or on individual plates and spoon on dressing. Top with chives and finely diced apple, and serve.

BOSTON LETTUCE WITH SHAVED PARMESAN

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Sometimes the best salad is the simplest one -- this dish features buttery Boston lettuce, shaved Parmesan, and a classic vinaigrette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds (4 heads) Boston lettuce, torn into pieces
1 cup shaved (2 ounces) Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake vinegar, mustard, and oil until combined and thickened; season with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated, covered, until ready to serve.)
In a large bowl, combine lettuce with dressing and 3/4 cup cheese; toss gently to coat. Divide among plates, and top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

BOSTON LETTUCE AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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This Boston Lettuce and Cucumber Salad is a perfect summer dish; cool cucumbers will have you made in the shade.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 teaspoon grainy mustard
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 head Boston lettuce torn, into bite-size pieces
1/2 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together mustard and vinegar; whisk in oil until blended. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
Add lettuce and cucumber to bowl; toss to coat with dressing. Serve salad immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g

BOSTON LETTUCE AVOCADO SALAD AND LIME DRESSING

Boston Lettuce Avocado Salad and Lime Dressing image

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 small to medium heads Boston lettuce, discard any wilted leaves
1 Hass avocado, pitted
1 large bunch scallions, thinly sliced
Leaves from 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
2 limes, juiced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
About 20 grinds fresh black pepper
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard

Steps:

Pull the lettuce leaves from the head, rinse gently under cold water, and lay out on clean towels to dry. Use a spoon to remove the flesh in 1 piece from each half of the avocado. Thinly slice the avocado flesh into thin wedges.
Whisk together all the dressing ingredients.
Arrange the lettuce leaves on a plate and top with the avocado wedges, scallion, and cilantro. Finish with a healthy drizzling of the dressing.

WILTED ENDIVE SALAD

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The blend of seasonings, greens and warm bacon dressing makes this salad a sure hit. My guess is that it'll be a favorite at your next gathering.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 bacon strips, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bunch curly endive, torn
4 slices bread, cubed and toasted

Steps:

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add oil to drippings; saute garlic and onion until tender. Stir in vinegar, tarragon, salt and pepper. , In a large bowl, toss the endive, bread cubes and bacon. Pour the warm dressing over salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 562mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips for Making the Best Boston Lettuce and Endive Salad:

Use fresh, crisp lettuce and endive. Wilted or bruised leaves will not make a good salad.
Wash the lettuce and endive thoroughly. This will remove any dirt or debris.
Dry the lettuce and endive thoroughly. Wet leaves will dilute the dressing and make the salad soggy.
Use a sharp knife to cut the lettuce and endive. This will help to prevent the leaves from tearing.
Add the dressing just before serving. This will help to keep the salad from getting soggy.
Serve the salad immediately. Boston lettuce and endive salad is best when eaten fresh.

Conclusion:

Boston lettuce and endive salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad to serve, give this Boston lettuce and endive salad a try. You won't be disappointed!