Best 8 Endive Finger Salads Recipes

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**Indulge in the Culinary Delight of Endive Finger Salads: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Endive finger salads are a delightful culinary creation that combines the unique flavors and textures of endive leaves with a variety of fillings and dressings. These elegant and versatile appetizers are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to formal dinners. With their crisp and slightly bitter leaves, endives provide a sturdy base for a multitude of fillings, ranging from savory to sweet. From classic combinations like ham and cheese to innovative pairings with fruits and nuts, the possibilities are endless.

This article presents a collection of endive finger salad recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile and visual appeal, ensuring that there's something for everyone. Whether you prefer the classic combination of ham and cheese or are looking for a more adventurous combination, these recipes have you covered. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of endive finger salads.

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

ENDIVE SALAD



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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

3 green endives
3 red endives
1 lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

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.

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

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

13 BEST WAYS TO COOK WITH ENDIVES



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Try these easy Belgian endive recipes for dinner tonight! From salad to soup to appetizer bites, you'll gain a new appreciation for endives.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

Endive Salad with Parmesan and Orange
Endive Roquefort Salad
Braised Belgian Endives
Stuffed Endive Appetizer with Blue Cheese and Apple
Endive, Citrus, and Avocado Salad
Belgian Endive Soup
Endive, Walnut, and Grape Salad
Belgian Endive and Ham Gratin (Endives au Jambon)
Roasted Endive with Walnut Vinaigrette
Endive Boats with Pear, Blue Cheese, and Shallot Vinaigrette
Pear, Walnut, and Endive Appetizer Bites
Black Bean Salad Stuffed Endive
Fall Abundance Endive Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an endive recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

ENDIVE FINGER SALADS



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Great Appetizer for Parties or Salad Course at a meal..I was served something similar at an event I attended...this is my take on it

Provided by Johns in the Kitchen

Categories     Potluck

Time 20m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large Belgian endive (about 2 dozen leaves)
1/2 cup sliced kalamata olive
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes or 1 cup grape tomatoes
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Chop, slice and mince above ingredients, combine in a bowl.
  • Add olive oil and vinegar, salt and pepper, and mix gently together.
  • Arrange endive leaves on a plate, fill each one with a teaspoonful of the mixture and serve.

ENDIVE AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup good olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 heads endive
3 ripe Haas avocados, peeled and seeded

Steps:

  • Whisk together the mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a vinaigrette. Remove a 1/2-inch from the stem end of each endive, discard the core, and cut the rest across into 1-inch chunks. Cut the avocados into large dice or wedges. Toss the avocados and endive with the vinaigrette. Season, to taste, and serve at room temperature.
  • Note: Haas avocados are the brown ones from California. The green ones don't have nearly as much flavor.

ENDIVE AND APPLE SALAD



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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

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon honey
Dash of salt
1/4 cup pecans
2 heads of endive, chopped
1 cup arugula
1 apple, sliced thin
1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled (optional)

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

CURLY ENDIVE SALAD



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"My wife grows herbs in our tiny city garden," relates Roger Burch of Cuddebackville, New York. "I use oregano and mint to season this refreshing unique salad I created."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups torn curly endive, Belgian endive and/or escarole
1/4 cup chopped red onion
24 pimiento-stuffed olives
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 3 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, toss the endive, onion and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, oregano, mint, salt and pepper; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 956mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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

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.

Tips:

  • Choose the right endives. Look for endives that are firm, brightly colored, and have no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Prepare the endives properly. Trim the root end of the endives and remove any wilted or discolored leaves. Cut the endives lengthwise into quarters or halves, depending on their size.
  • Soak the endives in cold water. This will help to crisp them up and remove any bitterness.
  • Use a variety of fillings. The possibilities are endless! Some popular options include blue cheese, walnuts, cranberries, apples, and chicken.
  • Don't overstuff the endives. You want to be able to close them easily without them bursting.
  • Bake or grill the endives until they are tender. The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the endives and the filling.
  • Serve the endives immediately. They are best enjoyed warm.

Conclusion:

Endive finger salads are a delicious and elegant appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With so many different fillings to choose from, the possibilities are endless! So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy endives, give these finger salads a try. You won't be disappointed!

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