Endive, Stilton, and Bacon Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Endive, Stilton, and Bacon Salad
10 min.
2
512kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Endive, Stilton, and Bacon Salad, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This gluten-free dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes, but it also serves as a versatile option for any meal—be it a refreshing side dish, a light lunch, or even a satisfying main course.

The star of this salad is the crisp endive, which adds a refreshing crunch, complemented beautifully by the rich, creamy Stilton cheese. The addition of crispy bacon brings a savory depth that elevates the entire dish, making it a true crowd-pleaser. Fresh flat-leaf parsley adds a burst of color and a hint of herbal brightness, while a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice ties all the ingredients together with a zesty finish.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this salad is not only delicious but also nourishing. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a gourmet meal at home, this Endive, Stilton, and Bacon Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Dive into this culinary delight and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • lb belgian endive cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • oz coarsely stilton cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook bacon until crisp and transfer to paper towels to drain.
  2. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl.
  3. Add endives, Stilton, and parsley and toss to coat. Crumble bacon over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories512kcal
Protein10.64%
Fat80.72%
Carbs8.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.5
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.79739139391%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
16.18mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
1.11mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:512.1kcal
25.6%
Fat:46.9g
72.16%
Saturated Fat:14.12g
88.23%
Carbohydrates:11.29g
3.76%
Net Carbohydrates:3.99g
1.45%
Sugar:0.39g
0.44%
Cholesterol:50.3mg
16.77%
Sodium:626.53mg
27.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.91g
27.82%
Vitamin K:136.32µg
129.83%
Fiber:7.3g
29.2%
Folate:107.02µg
26.76%
Phosphorus:236.99mg
23.7%
Vitamin C:19.23mg
23.31%
Vitamin E:3.35mg
22.34%
Calcium:205.99mg
20.6%
Potassium:687.72mg
19.65%
Selenium:13.42µg
19.18%
Vitamin A:930.61IU
18.61%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.57%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.48%
Vitamin B3:2.53mg
12.63%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.57%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.35%
Zinc:1.72mg
11.47%
Vitamin B5:1.1mg
11.03%
Magnesium:38.68mg
9.67%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.43%
Copper:0.16mg
7.89%
Iron:1.4mg
7.78%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Source:Epicurious