**Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable Classic Endive Salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.**
From the crisp and slightly bitter endive leaves to the sweet and juicy oranges, the creamy goat cheese, and the tangy vinaigrette dressing, this salad is a delightful dance of contrasting flavors. Whether you're hosting a special dinner party or simply seeking a light and refreshing meal, this classic salad is guaranteed to impress. With variations ranging from the traditional French dressing to a more modern citrus vinaigrette, you'll find the perfect recipe to suit your palate. Discover the culinary joy of the Classic Endive Salad and embark on a flavor adventure you won't soon forget.
ENDIVE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
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
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.
ENDIVE, ORANGE AND ROQUEFORT SALAD
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/3 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
- Cut the heads of endive in half lengthwise, remove the triangle of core at the base of each half so the leaves separate, and cut the leaves in half again lengthwise. Place in a large bowl. Drizzle the leaves with the vinaigrette and add the walnuts, Roquefort, and apple. Add the arugula and toss. Zest the orange into the salad with a strip zester. Peel the orange and remove the white pith around the orange with a small sharp knife. Cut the orange sections between the membranes and toss them on the salad. Discard the membranes. Sprinkle with salt and serve.
ENDIVE SALAD
Colorful endive leaves are drizzled with an easy, no-cook dressing.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Serves 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Trim ends of endives. Halve endives lengthwise and thinly slice lengthwise. Toss in salad bowl with lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Salad can be made a few hours ahead and kept chilled in the fridge until ready to serve.
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
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh endives with crisp leaves.
- To make the salad ahead of time, wash and dry the endives, then store them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the salad just before serving.
- If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as almonds, pecans, or pistachios.
- To make a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the bacon and use crumbled tofu or tempeh instead.
- For a more flavorful dressing, use a good quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- If you like a sweeter dressing, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, so that the endives don't get soggy.
Conclusion:
This classic endive salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bitter greens, sweet dressing, and crunchy walnuts, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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