The holidays are fast approaching! To accompany your celebratory meals or to treat yourself to a fresh break between two celebrations, here is a suggestion for a colorful salad designed to lighten up gourmet menus while still being enjoyable.
The trick to taming endive? Its natural bitterness fades as soon as you add a touch of sweetness and zest. Here is an idea for an ultra-gourmet and complete recipe!
The Crunchy Recipe
Ingredients :
3 endives (yellow or red)
A generous handful of arugula (rocket)
1 crunchy apple or 1 orange (cut into small pieces)
A few walnut halves
For the gourmet touch: Soft-boiled eggs, slices of smoked salmon, or Roquefort cheese cubes (blue cheese)
Instruction :
The Base: Slice your 3 endives into thin strips. Mix them with the arugula in a large salad bowl to add a peppery note.
The Fruit: Cut your apple or orange into small pieces. The sugar from the fruit will balance the endive’s bitterness for a perfect blend in the mouth.
The Crunch: Add the walnut halves for texture and a boost of good Omega-3s.
The “Festive” Touch
To transform this salad into a true celebratory dish, you can add any of the following, depending on your preference:
Soft-boiled eggs for creaminess.
Slices of smoked salmon for a hint of iodine (seafood flavor).
Blue cheese or Roquefort for character and gourmet richness.