Low Fat Crisp Endive Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this Low Fat Crisp Endive Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette—a light and elegant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This wholesome recipe features crisp, refreshing endive leaves paired with sweet, juicy apple slices and lightly toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. The dressing is a star of its own: a silky walnut vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, delivering a balance of tangy, nutty, and slightly sweet flavors. Finished with fresh chives for a burst of herbaceous brightness, this salad is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Ready in just 15 minutes and with no cooking required, it’s a quick and healthy option for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re looking for a low-fat salad recipe, a gourmet appetizer, or a show-stopping side dish, this crisp endive salad ticks all the boxes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 heads endive
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 1 medium red apple
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Begin by preparing the ingredients for the salad. Separate the endive leaves, rinse them under cold water, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the walnuts for about 3-4 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning. Once toasted, set aside to cool.
Core the red apple and cut it into thin slices. As you slice, toss the apple slices with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together or shake the jar well until the vinaigrette is well emulsified.
Assemble the salad by placing the endive leaves on a large serving platter or individual plates.
Scatter the apple slices over the endive leaves, followed by the toasted walnuts.
Drizzle the walnut vinaigrette evenly over the assembled salad.
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chives on top for added flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste and enjoy this light, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.6 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1316 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*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.
