WILTED ESCAROLE SALAD

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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Side     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Fall     Winter     Escarole     Anchovy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 loaf country-style bread (about 8 ounces), crust removed, torn into 1" pieces (about 5 cups)
7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1-2 anchovy fillets packed in oil
1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons (or more) white wine vinegar
1 large head escarole, outer leaves removed, inner leaves torn into large pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss bread and 3 tablespoons oil on a large rimmed baking sheet, squeezing bread so it absorbs oil evenly; season with salt and pepper. Spread out bread pieces in an even layer and bake, tossing occasionally, until crisp on the outside but still chewy in the center, 10-15 minutes. Let croutons cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 2 minutes. Add anchovies and, using a spoon, mash into oil. Add red pepper flakes and remove skillet from heat. Add vinegar, scraping up any bits; season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
  • Just before serving, toss escarole, croutons and warm vinaigrette in a large bowl until escarole is slightly wilted; season with salt, pepper, and more vinegar, if desired.
  • DO AHEAD: Croutons and vinaigrette can be made and escarole can be prepped 1 day ahead. Store croutons wrapped airtight at room temperature. Let vinaigrette cool; cover and chill. Gently reheat vinaigrette before using.

Asad Mangrio
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover escarole. It's also a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Noyna Mollik
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This salad is a little bit different, but it's really good. The escarole gives it a nice bitter flavor that's balanced out by the sweetness of the oranges.


idris ola
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I've never been a fan of escarole, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is amazing, and it really brings out the flavor of the escarole.


Shino Koko
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a low-calorie dish that's perfect for those who are watching their weight.


Aansu Tamong
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's a great way to add a pop of color to your table.


Prakash Ghale
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Muhammed Alslamy
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The bitterness of the escarole is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the oranges and the tanginess of the dressing.


Abhay Mandal
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This salad is a great way to use up escarole. It's also a healthy and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


rana saqib
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Hasifah Nassanga
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This escarole salad was a hit! The dressing was perfectly balanced, and the combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.