SICILIAN HARVEST SALAD
With the addition of a grilled chicken breast, this unusual appetizer salad would be a great main course. The fruit on its own makes a wonderful little "chutney" to serve alongside a piece of grilled chicken or swordfish or to scatter across the top of focaccia before baking. The dried fruit adds richness, so don't leave it out. In the autumn and winter you can use figs, apples, pears, or persimmons in place of the grapes, while in summer you can use plums, apricots and peaches.
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 41m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put the raisins in a small bowl and pour boiling water over them to cover. Let stand until plump and soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Put the raisins, grapes, apricots, rosemary and onion in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice and stir in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Separate the radicchio into leaves, saving the heart for another use. Tear into bite size pieces and add to the dried fruit mixture along with the spinach. Toss well. Divide among 4 plates and top with the prosciutto, if using. Scatter the pine nuts over the top.
- Frying rosemary on the branch removes its slightly soapy, bitter flavor so you can use more. Heat 1-inch oil in a deep saute pan to 350 degrees F. Deep-fry the rosemary for 30 seconds and drain on paper towels. Strip the leaves off the stems and crush the leaves in the paper towels to remove any excess oil. Mince and store in a clean, tightly sealed container. Use the fried rosemary to make a seasoned salt by adding it to a mixture of black pepper, dried lemon zest and salt.
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Ervin S√°nchez
[email protected]I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's also very flavorful and refreshing.
Dawood Cheemadawood
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. It's also very easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a main course.
Fosu Ernest
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.
Martins Ogbemudiare
[email protected]This salad was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll use less olive oil next time.
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[email protected]I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more herbs or spices.
Raza Kharal
[email protected]This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think next time I'll use less balsamic vinegar in the dressing.
Raja Sohail Khan jatoi
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The dressing is especially good.
Kamarudeen Akande
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The combination of sweet and tangy flavors is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
FBO RUBEL HOSON
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a total crowd-pleaser. The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again!
Ghulam Mustfa
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. The dressing is especially good.
Armando Flores
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
Chandra Light
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe and turned out great! I used fresh veggies from my garden and it was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.
Sheikh Mujibor
[email protected]This Sicilian Harvest Salad was a delight to make, and even more enjoyable to eat! The combination of fresh, seasonal ingredients made for a vibrant and flavorful dish that was perfect for a summer lunch. I especially loved the sweet and tangy dressi