Best 12 Chicory Salad With Blue Cheese Dressing Recipes

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Chicory, also known as radicchio or endive, is a bitter-tasting leafy vegetable that is commonly used in salads. It has a distinctive flavor that can be balanced out with sweet, creamy, or acidic ingredients. Blue cheese dressing is a classic pairing for chicory salad, as its tangy, salty flavor complements the bitterness of the chicory. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for chicory salad with blue cheese dressing. These recipes will vary in terms of ingredients, preparation methods, and flavor profiles, but they all share a common goal: to create a delicious and satisfying salad that showcases the unique flavor of chicory.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICORY SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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The chicory gives a bitter contrast to the richness of the cheese in this sophisticated salad recipe

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 heads of chicory (it's nice to have a mix of 2 red and 2 white)
4 tbsp olive oil
200g blue cheese (stilton or similar)
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
75ml double cream
juice ½ lemon
4 tbsp crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Slice the base off each chicory and peel off the leaves until you reach the core, which you can either cut into quarters or leave whole. Arrange the leaves on a platter.
  • Drizzle the chicory with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Crumble half the blue cheese over the chicory, then mix the remaining cheese with the vinegar, squashing with a fork to make it creamy. Add the cream, lemon juice and crème fraîche, then whisk together. Adjust the seasoning, spoon over the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.79 milligram of sodium

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST RICH AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING EVER!



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Top your perfect salad with my creamy and chunky blue cheese dressing recipe. It has a nicely balanced flavor and nice sweetness with a great creamy and chunky balance.

Provided by LUCKYME9

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ½ ounces blue cheese
3 tablespoons buttermilk
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and buttermilk together with a fork until mixture resembles large-curd cottage cheese. Stir in sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 251.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

TASTY BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING



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This is my husband's favorite dressing. Besides salads, he likes to use it as a dip for eating artichokes. It is easy to make and tasty.

Provided by Klantz

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
½ cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon dry sherry
¼ teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (such as Maytag®)

Steps:

  • Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, lemon juice, sherry, and garlic salt together in a bowl. Fold blue cheese through the mixture.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING



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The thick, creamy blue cheese dressing does double duty at our house because I often serve it as a veggie dip. -Christy Freeman, Central Point, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND CHICORY SALAD



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If you've been looking at endive and radicchio in the stores for years but never bought any because you thought you just wouldn't like it, I'm here to tell you, you probably do--especially in a salad like this. When chicory is combined with a sweet and tangy mustard vinaigrette, mixed with toasted, crunchy nuts, and wonderfully rich, subtly salty blue cheese, it all makes perfect sense.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
1 head radicchio
4 heads Belgian endive
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Stir or toss walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until very hot to the touch and toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and pepper together in a bowl for dressing. Pour in olive oil, about 1 teaspoon at a time, whisking constantly, until thick and coats the back of a spoon. Taste and adjust as necessary.
  • Cut radicchio in half; cut out the core using 2 angled cuts. Cut each half in half again and slice across into about 1-inch pieces. Slice root ends off of endive and peel off about 1/3 of the leaves, leaving them whole for presentation. Slice remaining endive into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Transfer all radicchio and endive to a bowl and toss, making sure leaves are separated and evenly distributed. Crumble in about 1/2 of the walnuts and 1/2 of the blue cheese. Pour in dressing and toss with your hands until everything is perfectly coated.
  • Place whole endive spears on a serving plate. Pile salad on top and scatter remaining walnuts and blue cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 55.4 g, Fiber 18.3 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 710.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 7m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Whisk 1/4 cup each buttermilk and crumbled blue cheese, 3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, a dash of hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Add 10 cups mixed salad greens and toss. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 318 milligrams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

PEAR, CHICORY & BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Creamy blue cheese, ripe pears and walnuts make a winning combination in this elegant salad

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small heads chicory (we used a mix of red and pale green)
2 ripe but firm pears , quartered and cored
juice 1 lemon
handful flat-leaf parsley , chopped
50g walnut halves
2 tbsp walnut oil
100g blue cheese (Stichelton, Stilton or Barkham Blue all work well) or vegetarian alternative

Steps:

  • Discard the outer leaves from the chicory and slice in half lengthways. Cut out the base root, then slice into long, thin slivers and rinse. Pat dry and put in a bowl. Cut each pear quarter into 3 and toss with a little lemon juice to prevent discolouring. Add to the bowl with the parsley and walnut halves.
  • Make a dressing by mixing the walnut oil with the remaining lemon juice and seasoning, then add to the bowl. Toss everything together, then plate up, crumbling over the cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.51 milligram of sodium

SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This salad is a tradition in my home each Christmas. The chunky blue cheese dressing coats the lettuce beautifully. Toss in extra vegetables to suit your family's taste. -Shirley Bedzis, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

DRESSING:
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, divided
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
SALAD:
12 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 small red onion, sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups seasoned salad croutons

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, 1/4 cup blue cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth. , Pour into a small bowl; stir in the remaining blue cheese. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce, tomatoes, onion, olives and croutons. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING



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About 25 years ago, after experimenting with recipes for a blue cheese dressing, I came up with this quick-to-make combination. I usually mix up a double batch because it never lasts long. It's also great as a dip for crackers, veggies or crusty breads, or instead of mayonnaise on sandwiches.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 to 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

THE BEST BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING EVER



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Make and share this The Best Blue Cheese Salad Dressing Ever recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carrie sheridan

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 8m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 -8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Blend lemon juice into milk [or use buttermilk if you have that on hand].
  • Mix mayo and sour cream and then add milk.
  • Add finely minced garlic to taste [you can also leave this out].
  • Add a splash of Worcestershire, or more to taste.
  • Add all the cheese you want, to taste [i always heaped in a lot of the best imported cheese i could find].
  • Refrigerate.
  • This will keep in the refrigerator for a month, but it probably won't last that long.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 181.4, Carbohydrate 4.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 1.6

BLUE CHEESE CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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I'm a big fan of blue cheese dressing, so I decided to go the "no mayo" route and replace it in this chicken salad. So tangy! Serve the chicken mixture on a bed of lettuce if you're in the mood for salad instead. -Giovanna Kranenberg, Cambridge, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup chunky blue cheese salad dressing
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 cup seeded and diced cucumber
1/3 cup diced carrot
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, chilled
12 slices sourdough bread
Crumbled blue cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Mix first eight ingredients; stir in chicken. Spread over half of the bread slices. If desired, sprinkle with blue cheese. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHICORIES WITH PEARS, BLUE CHEESE AND SECRET ANCHOVY DRESSING



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Gently bitter, yet fresh and crunchy, chicories are the perfect canvas on which to create a Thanksgiving salad. With a single anchovy fillet, mustard, vinegar and lemon juice at its base, this light, vibrant dressing is surprisingly refreshing and flavored with a faint rumor of umami that will make you reach - over the stuffing - for seconds. If you don't have, or don't like, pears, substitute Fuyu persimmons or a crisp, tart apple variety such as Fuji or Honeycrisp. If you don't like pecans, use walnuts. If you can't find Roquefort, use another sheep's milk blue, such as Oregon Blue or Ewe's Blue, both of which are American-made in the Roquefort-style.

Provided by Samin Nosrat

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 small head frisée
1 head escarole
1 small head radicchio, such as Castelfranco or Treviso varieties
1 large anchovy fillet
1 garlic clove, sliced
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus a pinch more
3/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Black pepper
1 small shallot, finely diced
3/4 cups pecans
1 ripe Comice or Bartlett pear
3 1/2 ounces Roquefort cheese, at room temperature
Black pepper
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Use a sharp knife to shave off the dark green tips of the frisée and escarole, then use your hands to tear off any remaining tough outer leaves, saving only the pale green and white, tender hearts for the salad. (Reserve the outer leaves for cooking greens - they'd be great for Thanksgiving stuffing!) Trim the radicchio, tearing off any bruised leaves and cutting off any root or stem.
  • Once trimmed, separate all of the chicories into individual leaves, trimming more as needed to detach inner leaves. Leave the smaller leaves of all of the varieties whole, but tear or cut the larger leaves into generous bite-size pieces. Wash in cold water and dry in a salad spinner, then place in a very large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Spread pecans out in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast 7 to 10 minutes until lightly golden in the center. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • To make the dressing, use a pestle to pound the anchovy and garlic in a mortar with a pinch of salt until the mixture is as smooth as toothpaste (or chop finely, then use the blade of a knife to smear across the cutting board until smooth). Whisk in mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, honey, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, a few cracks of pepper and shallot until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning: The dressing should be pleasantly bright and tangy, and the anchovy shouldn't be at all noticeable.
  • To serve, quarter the pear, remove the core from each piece, and thinly slice. Add to the bowl of chicories. Crumble the pecans into the bowl in large pieces. Drizzle most of the dressing over the salad. Use your hands to toss gently to ensure the leaves are all coated evenly. Taste and add more dressing as needed. Transfer salad to a serving platter if desired, then crumble pecan-size pieces of cheese all throughout the salad, tossing as needed to distribute. Season generously with pepper and a bit of flaky salt. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp chicory: Look for heads that are firm and have no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Use a variety of chicory: There are many different types of chicory available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Experiment with different types to find your favorite.
  • Wash the chicory thoroughly: Rinse the chicory under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Dry the chicory thoroughly: Use a salad spinner or pat the chicory dry with paper towels to remove excess water.
  • Make the blue cheese dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Toss the salad gently: Over-mixing the salad will bruise the chicory and make it less crispy.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Chicory salad is best served immediately after it is made. The dressing will wilt the chicory over time.

Conclusion:

Chicory salad with blue cheese dressing is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. The bitterness of the chicory is perfectly balanced by the creamy and tangy blue cheese dressing. This salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and delicious choice.

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