WINTER WHITE SALAD WITH ENDIVE AND POMEGRANATE

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This simple, light salad showcases the beauty of winter vegetables and makes an elegant start to a festive holiday meal.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Endive     Side     Lunch     Kid-Friendly     Healthy     Low Fat     Low Cholesterol     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup hazelnuts
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 Granny Smith or other crisp apples
2 1/2 pounds endive, trimmed, leaves separated, cut in half crosswise if large
1/2 pound daikon radishes, peeled, very thinly sliced, preferably using a mandolin
1/3 pound aged Manchego cheese, shaved (generous 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 13-15 minutes. Wrap nuts in a kitchen towel and let steam 1 minute. Rub nuts in towel to remove loose skins (don't worry about skins that don't come off) and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, orange juice, and 2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl, then whisk in 3 Tbsp. oil in a slow, steady stream.
  • Coarsely chop cooled nuts. Toss with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. oil and a pinch of salt in a large wide bowl. Core and thinly slice apples; add to bowl along with endive and radishes.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad. Gently but thoroughly toss just until salad is evenly dressed; adjust seasonings. Divide salad among serving plates. Top with cheese and pomegranate seeds.
  • Do ahead
  • Nuts can be toasted and cooled up to 3 days ahead. Keep covered at room temperature.

Justin Larimore
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I'm not a fan of goat cheese, but I loved this salad. The cheese is very mild and it pairs well with the other ingredients.


Winnie Msipha
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This salad is a little bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are all so fresh and flavorful.


Akantorana Aaron
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so festive and perfect for a holiday party.


Roy Roy Roy
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pomegranate seeds. I always have some left over from making pomegranate juice.


Paige Coughran
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I'm not a big fan of endive, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Sadiya Khatun
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This is the perfect salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for a side dish.


ANALYN LUMANTA
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so healthy. I love that it's packed with nutrients.


Krishna Ghimire
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe and it still turned out great. I used arugula instead of endive and walnuts instead of pecans.


Shaswat Raj Chaudhary
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Liehan van Wyk
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


IMRAN ARIF KHAN
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


STAN STRUCTURES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
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This salad was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I especially loved the crunch of the endive and the sweetness of the pomegranate seeds.