Vegetarian Crisp Endive Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Vegetarian Crisp Endive Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or as a show-stopping side, this recipe combines the delicate crunch of fresh endives, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and peppery radishes with the irresistible nuttiness of toasted walnuts. The homemade walnut vinaigrette—crafted with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey—ties everything together with tangy, slightly sweet notes. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this nutrient-packed dish is both easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it an ideal option for vegetarian dining. Pair it with a sprinkle of vibrant chives for a flavor-packed, gorgeously plated salad that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads Endives
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 5 pieces Radishes
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetables. Wash and dry the vegetables thoroughly.
Slice the endives in half lengthwise, then into thin strips crosswise. Place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and dice the cucumber, and add to the salad.
Thinly slice the radishes and add them to the bowl as well.
Prepare the walnuts: slightly toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Let them cool, then chop roughly and set aside.
For the vinaigrette: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
Sprinkle the toasted walnuts and chopped chives over the top of the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp and refreshing flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 419 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 575 mg | 12% | |
*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.
