Escarole Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette Recipe

This elegant Escarole Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette is the perfect sophisticated side dish! Toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, complementing the slightly bitter escarole and the bright, bubbly champagne vinaigrette. Easy to make and impressive to serve, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties or a special weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 318.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Escarole Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Escarole Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette

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How to Make Escarole Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  3. Spread 1/2 cup pecan halves evenly over the baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Toast for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Roughly chop the pecans into 1/2-inch pieces.
  6. In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon finely minced shallots, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the vinaigrette is emulsified and well-blended.
  8. Add 1 large head of escarole, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces, to a large salad bowl.
  9. Drizzle the champagne vinaigrette over the escarole and toss gently to coat.
  10. Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

17g

Carbs

2g

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