Endive with Oranges Almonds and Goat Cheese
Brighten up your table with this elegant and flavorful recipe for Endive with Oranges, Almonds, and Goat Cheese—a perfect fusion of fresh, zesty, and creamy delights. Crisp endive leaves are the ideal vessel for juicy orange segments, creamy goat cheese, and toasted sliced almonds, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Drizzled with a light honey-lemon vinaigrette, this dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Ready in under 20 minutes, this stunning appetizer or side salad is not only simple to prepare but also a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or light, refreshing dining. Perfect for those seeking healthy, gluten-free, and no-cook recipe options, it's a delicious way to highlight seasonal citrus and elevate any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 endives
- 2 oranges
- 100 grams soft goat cheese
- 50 grams sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the endives by trimming the base and separating the leaves. Rinse and pat them dry, then arrange on a serving platter.
2. Peel the oranges, remove all white pith, and cut into segments. Place the orange segments in a small bowl and set aside.
3. Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a simple vinaigrette.
5. Place a small amount of goat cheese on each endive leaf, followed by an orange segment.
6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the endive leaves, ensuring even distribution.
7. Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top for a crunchy finishing touch.
8. Serve immediately as an appetizer or side salad and enjoy this bright and flavorful dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
993 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.2 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1091 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1407 mg | 30% | |
*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.
