Best 4 Winter Endive Salad Recipes
In the realm of winter salads, endive reigns supreme. Its crisp texture and slightly bitter flavor provide a refreshing contrast to the rich and hearty flavors of the season. This collection of endive salad recipes showcases the versatility of this underappreciated leafy green, transforming it into a delightful and visually stunning dish.
From the classic combination of endive, bacon, and blue cheese to more innovative creations featuring roasted beets, citrus fruits, and nuts, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch or an elegant side dish for your holiday table, these endive salad recipes are sure to impress.
WINTER CITRUS SALAD WITH BELGIAN ENDIVE
Late winter really is the time for the best citrus. Produce markets have piles of blood oranges, as well as navel and cara cara oranges and grapefruit, the flesh of each in different vivid brilliant colors. For this salad, use as many kinds of citrus as possible. If you can find pomelos, they add their own kind of sweet tanginess. The combined flavor of sweet and sour citrus, fruity olive oil and coarse salt is seductive.
Provided by David Tanis
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel the citrus: With a serrated knife, cut off top and bottom of the fruit, so it sits solidly on the cutting board. Cut top to bottom following fruit's curve to remove peel and white pith. Slice the oranges and grapefruit horizontally into 1/8-inch rounds and place them in a bowl. Save the accumulated juice in the bowl for the vinaigrette.
- Make the vinaigrette: Combine the shallots with red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Let stand for 10 minutes, then whisk in the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the reserved citrus juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the endives crosswise into 1-inch thick ribbons (but slice the dense core thinner) and place in the center of a salad plate.
- Surround the endive with citrus slices. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 251, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 810 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams
WINTER ENDIVE SALAD
This very simple salad makes great use of heartier greens like endive and watercress and balances their bite with the sweetness of pomegranate.
Provided by Mama_B
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Mixed Greens Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spread the watercress on a platter. Arrange the endive and shallots evenly over the watercress. Scatter the pomegranate seeds over the mixture.
- Whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; drizzle over the salad immediately before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 82 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
WINTER ENDIVE SALAD
Here's a salad with panache! The tangy citrus balances the hint of bitterness in the endive, and the sweet-tart pomegranate seeds add stunning ruby color. -Alysha Braun, St. Catharines, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the endive, watercress and shallot. Sprinkle with pecans and pomegranate seeds., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
WINTER WHITE SALAD WITH ENDIVE AND POMEGRANATE
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
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.
Tips:
- Choose the right endives. Look for endives that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid any endives that are wilted or have brown spots.
- Wash the endives thoroughly. Before using, rinse the endives under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Slice the endives thinly. This will help the endives to absorb the dressing and make them easier to eat.
- Use a variety of toppings. The toppings you use on your endive salad can really make a difference in the flavor. Some popular options include crumbled bacon, chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, and blue cheese.
- Make sure the dressing is well-balanced. A good dressing for an endive salad should be light and tangy. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard is a great option.
Conclusion:
Endive salads are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this winter vegetable. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With a little creativity, you can create an endive salad that is both beautiful and delicious.
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