RADICCHIO SALAD WITH GOLDEN BEETS AND WALNUTS

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Walnut vinaigrette is especially compatible with bitter greens like radicchio.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (to taste)
1 very small garlic clove, pureed
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil
Freshly ground pepper
4 small golden beets, roasted, peeled and cut in wedges
1 large or 2 small radicchio
2 tablespoons broken walnuts, preferably from fresh shelled walnuts (1 ounce)
4 to 6 white or cremini mushrooms, sliced (optional)
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons minced chives

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the sherry vinegar or lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt to taste, Dijon mustard and garlic until combined well. Whisk in the grapeseed oil and the walnut oil. Add freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Combine the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 203, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 261 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Mary Julir
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out terrible. The radicchio was wilted, the beets were mushy, and the dressing was watery.


Blake Fults
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This salad is not worth the effort. It's bland and boring. I would not recommend it.


Cameron Robodoux
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the salad didn't turn out well. The dressing was too tangy, and the walnuts were stale.


Raiwan Ali
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The salad was easy to make, but it didn't turn out as I expected. The radicchio was too bitter, and the beets were not sweet enough.


Asim Mehmood
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The dressing was a bit too oily for my liking. I would have preferred a lighter dressing.


Shannon Alderman
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The salad was a bit too bitter for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less radicchio and more beets.


Sbusiso Sbani
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This salad is a winner! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Rajae Daley
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I'm not usually a fan of radicchio, but this salad changed my mind. The bitterness of the radicchio was mellowed by the sweetness of the beets, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. The dressing was also very good.


Pawan Hiru
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. I especially love the dressing, which is light and flavorful.


Naseem Nawaz
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The salad was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The presentation was impressive, and the taste was even better. My guests raved about it.


Riaz Sohail
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I was skeptical about the combination of radicchio and beets, but this salad proved me wrong. The flavors work incredibly well together, and the walnuts add a nice touch of richness. Will definitely make this again!


Saras Ahmed
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This salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The radicchio's bitterness is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the golden beets and the crunchiness of the walnuts. The dressing is a tangy complement that brings all the elements to