MY UNDERGROUND VEGETABLE SALAD

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Oven-roasting root vegetables is a delicious way to get the most out of these earthy treats, bringing out their subtle sweetness. Serving them over endive with a homemade vinaigrette is just a bonus! -Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved
8 small carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
2 cups cubed peeled celery root (about 1/2 pound)
2 cups cubed peeled rutabaga (about 1 medium)
2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1 medium)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 cups torn curly endive
VINAIGRETTE:
3 tablespoons apple cider or juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add oil and salt; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased shallow roasting pan. Roast 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes; bake 10 minutes longer., Place endive in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the first eight vinaigrette ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Pour over endive; toss to coat. Divide endive among eight plates; top with roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Nihal Disanayaka
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Lucy Githinji
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill.


Tyrin White
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into my kids' diets.


Jayda Meyers
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I've never had an underground vegetable salad before, but this recipe was a great introduction.


Felix Victor
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This is the perfect salad for a light and refreshing summer meal.


Thin Mint
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I love the unique combination of flavors and textures in this salad.


Lone Wolf
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This salad is so easy to make, it's a lifesaver on busy weeknights.


Carolina Wambo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family.


Tauqeer Ahmed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables.


Mella Grace
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious at the same time.


Pastor Amy Allen
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Jonathan Casper
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the different vegetables paired together in this salad.


mdasif sheikh
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I've tried other underground vegetable salad recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Ganesh Lamsal
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jason James
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I love the way the roasted vegetables add a smoky flavor to the salad.


David odua
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or potluck.


Isaac Zandoval
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sitiveni Kolinio
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the unique combination of vegetables and flavors.