ENDIVE AND GRAPE SALAD WITH PEAR VINAIGRETTE

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Endive and Grape Salad with Pear Vinaigrette image

Provided by Chuck Hughes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups fresh pear juice (about 4 pears)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
Water, as necessary
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil, for toasting nuts
1/4 cup pine nuts
4 endives, trimmed
2 cups red grapes, halved
2 pears, cored and julienned
1/2 cup/100 g Mimolette cheese*, cut into brunoise (1/8 by 1/8 by 1/8-inch cubes)

Steps:

  • For the pear vinaigrette: Heat the pear juice on stovetop over medium heat to reduce to 1/4 of its original amount, for 40 minutes, until caramelized. Set aside and let cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the reduced pear juice, cider vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Slowly add the canola oil whisking constantly. Season the vinaigrette with salt, and pepper, to taste. Add a little more pear juice or water if the vinaigrette is too thick. Set aside.
  • For the salad:
  • In a pan, add the olive oil and toast the pine nuts on medium-high heat. Keep an eye on them because they tend to burn fast.
  • Place the endives and grapes in a bowl, add the vinaigrette and mix well. Transfer the salad mixture in the serving bowls and garnish with pears, pine nuts and cheese.

Kimberly Basil
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Overall, this salad was a bit disappointing. I don't think I'll make it again.


Kai Moffat
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This salad was a bit too time-consuming to make. I think I'll use a simpler recipe next time.


Chris Latocha
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This salad was a bit too expensive to make. I think I'll use cheaper ingredients next time.


Hina Gull
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs and spices next time.


marion wangui
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The endives were a bit too bitter for me. I think I'll use a different type of greens next time.


Migolitina Da Paz
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll use less pear vinaigrette next time.


Benadette O'Connell
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I've never had a salad like this before. It's so unique and delicious.


S B l Khan
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of endives, grapes, and pears.


Mariana Williams
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grapes. I also added some chopped celery for a bit of crunch.


Heba Noor
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Yididya Elyas
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


BiancaPlays Dbd
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Maureen Polzin
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of fiber and vitamins.


MAISA AKTER
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add some chopped walnuts or almonds for a bit of crunch.


Tman Mokhonoana
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've served it at several parties and it's always been a hit.


LuisZ Maldonado
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I was a bit skeptical about the pear vinaigrette, but it was actually really good. It was creamy and tangy, and it complemented the salad perfectly.


Md mohammad Hossain
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover endives. I also added some crumbled blue cheese, which gave it a nice salty tang.


Aysha Wazeer
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness from the grapes and pears. The vinaigrette is also very flavorful, with a nice balance of acidity and sweetness.


Amara Christabel
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This endive and grape salad with pear vinaigrette was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The endive added a slightly bitter note, the grapes were sweet and juicy, and the pear vinaigrette tied it all together