RADICCHIO SALAD WITH ANCHOVY VINAIGRETTE

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Salt is the best way to tame a bitter flavor, and so a radicchio salad benefits from a dressing that tilts toward saltiness. It does not matter which type of radicchio you use - the common tight round head, clusters of white stems with burgundy leaves, or maroon-trimmed endives to name a few - they all deliver some bitterness. The vinaigrette here is bolstered with anchovies and capers.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 anchovies in oil, drained
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or Champagne vinegar
6 tablespoons fragrant extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon capers in brine or vinegar, drained (do not use salt-packed)
Ground black pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1 ripe but firm chilled avocado, peeled and diced (optional)
12 to 14 ounces radicchio (5 red-leaf endives, 3 long Treviso or 1 large round radicchio di Chioggia, or a mixture), cored and cut in 1/2-inch-wide slivers

Steps:

  • Mash anchovies in a small bowl. Mix in vinegar until well blended. Whisk in oil, fold in capers and season with pepper.
  • Place onions in a salad bowl. Add dressing and mix. Fold in avocado, if using. Add radicchio. Gently toss salad. Divide among individual plates or serve at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 213, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 145 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Loza
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Blair Rios
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This salad is a bit too bitter for my taste. I think I'll try using a different type of greens next time.


KAKURU BENARD
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I'm not a big fan of anchovies, so I omitted them from the dressing. The salad was still delicious, but I think it would have been even better with the anchovies.


BaranPlays 198
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was a great addition. The protein made it a more complete meal.


Ricky Foley
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover radicchio. I always have some in my fridge and this is a delicious way to use it up.


Muhammad Zarin
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The dressing is amazing! I could drink it straight from the bottle.


Mian Saim
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Tierney
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious! The flavors in this salad are incredible. I highly recommend it.


Stero Official
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I've never been a fan of radicchio, but this salad changed my mind. The anchovy vinaigrette was the perfect complement to the bitter greens. Will definitely be making this again!


Saima Sarker
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This radicchio salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of bitter radicchio, salty anchovies, and tangy vinaigrette was perfectly balanced. I especially loved the crispy shallots, which added a nice textural contrast.