Best 4 Butter Lettuce With Orange Muscat Champagne Vinaigrette Recipes

Welcome to a culinary journey that combines the delicate flavors of butter lettuce with a refreshing orange-muscat champagne vinaigrette. This recipe is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy, making it an ideal accompaniment to a variety of dishes. The vinaigrette, made with fresh orange segments, muscat champagne, and a hint of Dijon mustard, adds a bright and citrusy note to the tender butter lettuce. This recipe also includes variations for a classic vinaigrette and a creamy avocado-yogurt dressing, offering options to suit different tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing salad or a flavorful side dish, this butter lettuce with orange-muscat champagne vinaigrette is sure to impress.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BIBB LETTUCE WITH SHAKEN VINAIGRETTE

Bibb Lettuce with Shaken Vinaigrette image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 shallot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 heads Bibb lettuce
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

Combine the shallot, mustard, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper in a jar and, with an immersion blender, pulse until the shallot is chopped and the vinaigrette is emulsified. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
Break the lettuce leaves off the heads, put them in a large bowl or on a platter, and dress them whole with the vinaigrette. Top with the toasted pine nuts and crumbled blue cheese.

BUTTER LETTUCE, MACHE AND POMEGRANATE SEEDS DRESSED WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE

Butter Lettuce, Mache and Pomegranate Seeds Dressed with Champagne Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 small shallot, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (4-ounce) package mache
2 small heads butter lettuce
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

Add shallot and vinegar to a small bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil to emulsify. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Add mache and butter lettuce to each plate. Dress with the vinaigrette right before serving. Garnish each serving with pomegranate seeds.
You can substitute dried cranberries if you cannot find pomegranate. Dress the salad right before serving. If you serve it too early, it will get soggy for your guests.

BUTTER LETTUCE AND HERB SALAD

Butter Lettuce and Herb Salad image

This salad can be made in advance to save time by assembling the greens and making the vinaigrette. Refrigerate them separately for up to several hours and combine just before serving. Adapted from a website that specializes in making life simpler.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories Vegan

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large fennel bulb, halved, cored, and very thinly sliced
3 heads butter lettuce or 3 heads boston lettuce, torn into pieces
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves, torn into pieces
4 scallions, white and green parts, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
pecorino romano cheese, shaved (optional)

Steps:

In a large bowl add the fennel, lettuce, tarragon and scallion. Set aside.
Add lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper to a small bowl and whisk together.
While whisking constantly, slowly add the oil. When well combined pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Top with the Pecorino if desired and serve immediately.

ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

Orange Vinaigrette image

A low-fat vinaigrette recipe

Provided by Candice

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
2 teaspoons honey
⅛ teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

In a small jar with a tight-fitting cover, combine the orange juice, vinegar, mustard, honey and pepper. Cover and shake well until combined. To store, refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 96 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Tips:

Choose the freshest butter lettuce: Look for leaves that are crisp and brightly colored, with no signs of wilting or bruising.
Prepare the vinaigrette in advance: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. You can make it up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
Use a gentle touch when washing the lettuce: Butter lettuce is delicate, so it's important to be careful not to bruise it. Swish the leaves in a bowl of cold water, then pat them dry with a salad spinner or paper towels.
Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces: This will help the vinaigrette coat the leaves evenly.
Add the vinaigrette to the lettuce just before serving: This will prevent the lettuce from wilting.
Serve the salad immediately: Butter lettuce is best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

This butter lettuce salad is a refreshing and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet oranges, tangy champagne vinegar, and nutty muscat creates a vinaigrette that is both flavorful and complex. The salad is also incredibly easy to make, and it can be tailored to your liking by adding other ingredients such as crumbled goat cheese, toasted walnuts, or sliced almonds. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your next dinner party, this butter lettuce salad is sure to please.