CHOPPED SALAD WITH APPLES, WALNUTS AND BITTER LETTUCES

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The best place for a salad on the Thanksgiving menu is at the beginning of the meal, before everybody fills up. We often pass around plates of this vegetarian chopped salad (no bacon) to accompany the drinks before we sit down at the table. The salad is a great mix of bitter and sweet flavors, juicy and crunchy, and comforting, too. Sweet/tart, crisp juicy apples like Braeburns, Jonagolds, Honey Crisp and Granny Smith work well here.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, green shoot removed, puréed (optional)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons walnut oil
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 to 5 cups chopped bitter lettuces such as radicchio, endive or escarole
2 crisp, tart, juicy apples, cut in small dice (1/4 inch)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or a mix of parsley, chives and tarragon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together vinegars, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper. Whisk in walnut oil and olive oil.
  • Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing until well coated, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 215, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 240 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Simpal Boy
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This salad is a must-try. You won't be disappointed.


Jami Jami
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I highly recommend this salad. It's one of my favorites.


Nana Ama Yeboaa Nyim-Asare
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This salad is amazing!


Inmul Md
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I love this salad! It's a great way to use up leftover holiday turkey or ham.


walal xavi
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and unique.


Sk Izajul
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I wasn't sure how I would like this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a great combination of flavors and textures.


Mateo carpio
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the crunch of the apples and walnuts.


Susan Mugure
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey.


Abdisalam madar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever greens I have on hand.


Shamim Mia
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Oche Boniface
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This salad is amazing! I love the combination of the apples, walnuts, and bitter lettuces. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.