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.
ESCAROLE SALAD
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
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
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
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
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
Provided by Marc Murphy
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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
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
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
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
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
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
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
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
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
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
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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