Chicory Endive Roquefort and Walnut Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Chicory Endive Roquefort and Walnut Salad, a sophisticated blend of crisp textures and bold flavors. Featuring tender chicory endive leaves, tangy Roquefort cheese, and toasted walnuts, this salad is perfectly balanced with crunchy slices of tart Granny Smith apple. A zesty homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, and a touch of honey ties it all together for a burst of freshness in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant yet effortless salad is perfect as a light lunch, a refined appetizer, or a standout side dish for any meal. Bursting with creamy, nutty, and tangy elements, it’s an unforgettable dish that highlights gourmet simplicity at its best.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads chicory endive leaves
- 100 grams roquefort cheese
- 70 grams walnuts
- 1 medium apple (crisp variety such as Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the chicory endive leaves. Slice them lengthwise into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden. Set aside to cool.
Core and thinly slice the apple into wedges. Toss the slices in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning and add them to the salad bowl with the endive.
Crumble the roquefort cheese into small pieces and add it to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, remaining lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the cooled toasted walnuts on top of the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this tangy, creamy, and crunchy delight.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.9 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 842 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1875 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
