Bibb Lettuce Salad with Persimmons and Candied Pecans

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Bibb Lettuce Salad with Persimmons and Candied Pecans
45 min.
8
472kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Bibb Lettuce Salad featuring the delightful sweetness of Fuyu persimmons and the rich, tangy notes of crumbled blue cheese. Perfectly balanced, this gluten-free dish is not just a salad; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

The crisp, tender leaves of Bibb lettuce provide a refreshing base, while the candied pecans add a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness that complements the juicy persimmons beautifully. Drizzled with a zesty dressing made from fresh lemon juice, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil, each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish, an antipasti, or a light starter, this salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this stunning dish with ease, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner. At only 472 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite salad that not only looks beautiful on the plate but also delivers a burst of flavor in every bite!

Ingredients

  • heads boston lettuce 
  • cup cheese blue generous crumbled ()
  • servings candied pecans 
  •  fuyu persimmon pulp peeled sliced
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.8 cup roasted cranberry sauce homemade (purchased or )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Mound lettuce in center of 8 plates. Top each with persimmon slices, then drizzle with dressing.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese and Candied Pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories472kcal
Protein4.98%
Fat49.2%
Carbs45.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.16
Glycemic Load
15.3
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.746956511684%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.71mg
Quercetin
1.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:471.54kcal
23.58%
Fat:26.83g
41.27%
Saturated Fat:5.62g
35.13%
Carbohydrates:56.21g
18.74%
Net Carbohydrates:54.45g
19.8%
Sugar:22.62g
25.13%
Cholesterol:12.66mg
4.22%
Sodium:309.1mg
13.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.11g
12.21%
Vitamin C:60.17mg
72.94%
Vitamin K:48.78µg
46.46%
Vitamin A:1489.88IU
29.8%
Iron:3.2mg
17.8%
Calcium:148.4mg
14.84%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.55%
Potassium:419.25mg
11.98%
Phosphorus:102.42mg
10.24%
Folate:37.68µg
9.42%
Fiber:1.76g
7.06%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.73%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.71%
Selenium:2.84µg
4.06%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.67%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.66%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.49%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.43%
Magnesium:10.35mg
2.59%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.26%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Copper:0.02mg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious