Escarole Salad with Olives

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
37%
Escarole Salad with Olives
45 min.
4
92kcal

Suggestions


Discover the delightful combination of flavors in this refreshing Escarole Salad with Olives, a perfect addition to any meal or a stand-alone snack. This vibrant salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also adheres to various dietary preferences, making it a great choice for vegetarians, vegans, and those following gluten-free or low FODMAP diets.

The star of this dish is the escarole, a leafy green that adds both crunch and a slightly bitter flavor, perfectly balanced by the tangy notes of balsamic vinegar and the rich, salty bite of pitted Kalamata olives. The nutty aroma of extra-virgin olive oil rounds out this simple yet elegant salad, making it a wonderful starter or side dish to complement your favorite main course.

Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, the Escarole Salad with Olives offers a delicious way to enjoy wholesome ingredients while keeping your meal light and nutritious. With only 92 calories per serving, this salad not only supports your health goals but also delights with its complex flavors and textures. So, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a quick yet satisfying dish, this salad is sure to impress your guests and tantalize your palate!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup calamata olives pitted
  • 12 oz bite-size pieces and crisped escarole rinsed
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • clove garlin minced
  • clove garlin minced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix 2 quarts bite-size pieces rinsed and crisped escarole (12 oz) with 1/4 cup pitted calamata olives, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and 1 clove garlic, peeled and pressed or minced.
  2. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories92kcal
Protein4.86%
Fat79.12%
Carbs16.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.75
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.635652172825%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
8.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.09kcal
4.6%
Fat:8.46g
13.02%
Saturated Fat:1.18g
7.36%
Carbohydrates:3.85g
1.28%
Net Carbohydrates:0.94g
0.34%
Sugar:0.86g
0.95%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:345.19mg
15.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.17g
2.34%
Vitamin K:200.79µg
191.23%
Vitamin A:1876.16IU
37.52%
Folate:121.02µg
30.26%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.15%
Fiber:2.91g
11.66%
Vitamin E:1.7mg
11.36%
Potassium:275.19mg
7.86%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.67%
Vitamin C:5.53mg
6.7%
Calcium:49.88mg
4.99%
Copper:0.1mg
4.78%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.65%
Iron:0.82mg
4.54%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.53%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.79%
Magnesium:14.17mg
3.54%
Phosphorus:24.91mg
2.49%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.8%
Source:My Recipes