Best 9 Escarole Salad With White Beans And Lime Vinaigrette Recipes

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In the realm of healthy and refreshing salads, the escarole salad with white beans and lime vinaigrette stands out as a delightful culinary creation. This delectable dish combines the slightly bitter yet pleasantly textured escarole leaves with the creamy and nutty white beans, all tossed in a zesty and tangy lime vinaigrette. The salad is not only visually appealing with its vibrant green and white hues but also packed with a symphony of flavors that awaken the palate.

This recipe offers two variations, catering to different dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. The first variation incorporates crumbled feta cheese, adding a salty and tangy dimension to the salad. The second variation introduces crispy pancetta, lending a smoky and savory touch that perfectly complements the other ingredients. Both variations are accompanied by a detailed guide on how to prepare the lime vinaigrette, ensuring a well-balanced and flavorful dressing.

For those seeking a vegan or dairy-free option, the recipe thoughtfully provides an alternative to feta cheese, utilizing nutritional yeast flakes to create a savory and nutty flavor profile. Additionally, there's a gluten-free option available, where the pancetta is omitted, allowing individuals with gluten sensitivities to relish this delightful salad without compromise.

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

ESCAROLE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Make lemon-basil oil:
  • Mix 1/3 cup olive oil, a strip of lemon zest, 8 torn basil leaves and a pinch of salt; infuse 2 hours. Soak 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in water for 10 minutes to mellow the bite. When ready to serve, toss 1 head chopped escarole, the onion slices, 2 sliced celery stalks, 3/4 cup chopped green olives and a few tablespoons olive juice, 2 segmented lemons and 1/4 cup each toasted pine nuts and golden raisins in a serving bowl. Discard the zest from the infused oil, drizzle over the salad and season with salt and pepper.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH ROASTED MEYER LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey
2 Meyer lemons, halved crosswise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes
1 head escarole, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 head Treviso radicchio, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1/2 cup roughly chopped Marcona almonds
1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup torn fresh mint leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons of the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the honey. When the honey has melted, stir it together with the oil. Place the lemons, cut-side down, into the honey mixture; cook until the lemons look charred and the honey has caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the lemons to a baking sheet and let cool. Set the skillet aside.
  • Juice the roasted lemons and add 1/4 cup of the juice to a bowl; whisk in the remaining 1 teaspoon honey and the mustard. Once combined, whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil until the dressing becomes emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • For the salad: Return the skillet to high heat. When hot, add the cherry tomatoes and season with salt. Cook until the caramelized honey coats the tomatoes and the tomatoes just begin to char, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Combine the escarole, Treviso, almonds, basil and mint in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad with the dressing, and then gently fold in the charred tomatoes. Transfer the salad to the serving platter and, using a peeler, shave Parmesan over the top.

ESCAROLE SALAD



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large head escarole, washed and hand torn

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, whole grain mustard, lemon juice, and then stream in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the escarole.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH ANCHOVY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Marc Murphy

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cubed country bread (about 1-inch dice)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large or 2 small heads escarole
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped
2 olive oil-packed anchovy fillets, chopped
Pinch red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the croutons: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F; position an oven rack in the middle of the oven.
  • In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread the bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool. (The croutons will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.)
  • For the escarole: Preheat a grill on medium heat.
  • Cut the escarole head in half, then wash and dry. Grill the escarole cut-side down to give it a little char, about 3 minutes. (Do not flip and cook the other side. We are looking for just some of the escarole to be charred.) Set aside and let cool.
  • For the warm anchovy vinaigrette: In a small saucepot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over low heat until shimmering. Add the shallots and anchovies and cook, stirring, until the shallots have softened and the anchovies fall apart and dissolve in the oil, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes. Add the vinegar and cook, stirring, until it has reduced slightly, about 1 minute. Whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons oil.
  • Cut the escarole into 1-inch pieces and put in a large bowl. Add the vinaigrette and croutons and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

CHICORY SALAD WITH HONEY-MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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This sweet-sharp vinaigrette pairs well with the bitter chicories, but feel free to use another sturdy green if you like.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Thanksgiving     Pecan     Fall     Mustard     Escarole     Radicchio     Quick & Easy     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup pecans
1/4 cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 cup whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 head of escarole, leaves separated and torn
1 head of radicchio, leaves separated and torn
1/4 cup thinly sliced chives
Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast pecans on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until slightly darkened and fragrant, 6-8 minutes. Let cool; crush or coarsely chop.
  • Whisk vinegar, mustard, and honey in a large bowl to combine. Add escarole, radicchio, chives, and half of the pecans. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and lots of pepper, and toss to coat. Top salad with remaining pecans.
  • Do Ahead
  • Pecans can be toasted 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH WHITE BEANS AND LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Bean     Olive     Pepper     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Lime     Healthy     Vegan     Escarole     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 serrano chile, minced
8 cups escarole salad mix (about 7 ounces)
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained, rinsed
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted, halved
1/4 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or pine nuts

Steps:

  • Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss salad mix, cannellini, and olives in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle with pepitas or pine nuts and serve.

CHARRED GREENS WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, grated, plus 1 unpeeled clove, smashed
1 small baguette, torn into medium pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 2 lemons
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 white anchovies, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds lacinato kale, ends trimmed
1 pound red endive, halved lengthwise
1 pound escarole, halved lengthwise
1 cup sliced chives (about 1 1/2-inch pieces)
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Set up your grill for even medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, distribute the coals evenly. If using a gas grill, heat both sides evenly.
  • In a small saucepan set on the grill, melt the butter with the clove of smashed garlic. Remove the garlic.
  • Place the torn baguette in a mixing bowl and pour the melted garlic butter over the top. Toss to coat the bread and season with salt and pepper. Put the croutons in a cast-iron pan and place on the grill. Cover the grill and bake until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • In the meantime, in a mason jar, add the lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, anchovies, Dijon and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and vigorously shake to combine.
  • Remove the croutons from the grill and set aside. Brush the kale leaves and the cut side of the endive and escarole with some of the lemon vinaigrette. Place on the grill, cut-side down, and char for about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill, slice into bite-sized pieces and put in a large serving bowl. Add the croutons and chives and dress with the remainder of the vinaigrette. Add Parmesan and toss to combine. Serve.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH PARMESAN DRESSING



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If the head of escarole is large, use half for the salad and store half in a resealable bag in the refrigerator for another recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 head escarole, tip and tail trimmed, sliced lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 head radicchio, thinly sliced
1/3 cup thinly sliced dates
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus several shavings
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the escarole and radicchio in a large salad bowl. Toss in the dates.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice, mustard, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and black pepper. Shake well to combine. Pour over the salad and toss.
  • Grate more Parmesan on top and serve.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH ROASTED TOMATOES AND WHITE BEAN VINAIGRETTE



Escarole Salad With Roasted Tomatoes and White Bean Vinaigrette image

A bed of crisp greens, topped with tarragon flavored plum tomatoes and drizzled with warm and creamy white bean vinaigrette dressing, makes this a one-of-a-kind healthful dish. Canned cannellini beans, pureed in the dressing, give a creamy texture without adding fat; instead they boost the fiber content of this tasty salad!

Provided by cannedfood

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 35m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

for the tomatoes
1 lb about 6 large plum tomato, each cut in 6 wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil
kosher salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, fresh tarragon (or 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon )
for the warm white bean vinaigrette dressing
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove, halved
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup hot water
1 lb escarole mixed salad green, including radicchio, escarole, frisee, chicory and mache (or 2 lbs , the same lettuce in heads cleaned of damaged leaves, cored, washed and broken in bite-siz)
3 scallions, trimmed and sliced
2 ounces about 1/3 cup pitted black olives, quartered

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F
  • Toss the tomatoes and oil on a large sheet pan and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Roast for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with tarragon and cool. When just cool to the touch, lift carefully with a spatula to make sure the tomatoes are not sticking to the pan.
  • To make the dressing, purée all of the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer to a skillet.
  • Toss the lettuces and scallions in a large mixing bowl.
  • Heat the dressing until simmering, stirring often; add more water if needed to keep it the texture of unbeaten cream. Toss the dressing with the lettuces. Mound on a large platter or on individual plates. Scatter the olives on top and arrange the roasted tomatoes decoratively on and around the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.1, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 112.8, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 2.4, Protein 7.8

Tips:

  • Choose fresh escarole: Look for escarole with bright green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the escarole thoroughly: Rinse the escarole under cool water to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Dry the escarole well: Use a salad spinner or pat the escarole dry with paper towels to remove excess water.
  • Use a variety of beans: This recipe calls for white beans, but you can use any type of bean you like, such as chickpeas, kidney beans, or black beans.
  • Make the vinaigrette ahead of time: The vinaigrette can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store it in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The escarole will start to wilt if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This escarole salad with white beans and lime vinaigrette is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The escarole is slightly bitter, but the lime vinaigrette helps to balance out the flavors. The white beans add a boost of protein and fiber. This salad is also a good source of vitamins A and C. If you are looking for a delicious and nutritious salad to add to your next meal, this escarole salad with white beans and lime vinaigrette is a great option.

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