Farmer Salad

Health score
19%
Farmer Salad
45 min.
8
488kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Farmer Salad, a vibrant dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures. This salad is not just a side; it can easily stand alone as a satisfying main course or a hearty lunch option. With its combination of fresh greens, crispy bacon, and creamy eggs, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Imagine the peppery bite of baby arugula mingling with the rich, savory notes of thick-cut bacon, all brought together by the crunch of toasted brioche or challah bread cubes. The addition of frisée and radicchio adds a beautiful color contrast and a slight bitterness that enhances the overall flavor profile. Topped with perfectly cooked eggs and a drizzle of homemade Parmesan Vinaigrette, this salad is a celebration of farm-fresh ingredients.

Not only is this Farmer Salad a treat for your taste buds, but it also packs a nutritious punch, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy a wholesome meal. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip this up for a family gathering or a casual lunch with friends. Each serving is a delightful blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you feel satisfied and energized.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this stunning and delicious Farmer Salad that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cups baby arugula loosely packed
  • slices bacon thick coarsely chopped
  • cups egg bread loaf - crusts toasted
  • large eggs 
  • cups salad leaves curly endive trimmed
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground to taste
  • servings parmesan 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan shaved
  • cups radicchio thinly thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Bring 12 cups water to a boil in a large Dutch oven.
  2. Add eggs; boil 5 (soft cooked) to 7 (hard cooked) minutes or to desired degree of doneness.
  3. Remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water 1 minute; drain. Peel under cold running water.
  4. Cut eggs in half.
  5. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels.
  6. Gently toss together bacon, arugula, next 4 ingredients, and desired amount of Parmesan Vinaigrette. Divide mixture among 8 salad bowls. Top each with 2 egg halves.
  7. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve with remaining Parmesan Vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Calories488kcal
Protein23.73%
Fat49.48%
Carbs26.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.75
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.650434784267%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
12.7mg
Delphinidin
0.77mg
Apigenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
4.32mg
Isorhamnetin
0.86mg
Kaempferol
7.59mg
Quercetin
6.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.14kcal
24.41%
Fat:26.63g
40.97%
Saturated Fat:11.42g
71.38%
Carbohydrates:32.43g
10.81%
Net Carbohydrates:29.66g
10.79%
Sugar:2.17g
2.41%
Cholesterol:255.34mg
85.11%
Sodium:1234.76mg
53.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.74g
57.48%
Vitamin K:123µg
117.14%
Selenium:45.96µg
65.65%
Calcium:572.33mg
57.23%
Vitamin A:2592.6IU
51.85%
Phosphorus:471.1mg
47.11%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.39%
Folate:141.04µg
35.26%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.29%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.26%
Vitamin B3:4.1mg
20.5%
Iron:3.64mg
20.2%
Zinc:2.63mg
17.53%
Vitamin B12:1.05µg
17.49%
Vitamin B5:1.62mg
16.24%
Copper:0.28mg
13.79%
Magnesium:54.03mg
13.51%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.05%
Potassium:422.97mg
12.08%
Vitamin C:9.8mg
11.88%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.53%
Fiber:2.77g
11.08%
Vitamin D:1.51µg
10.04%
Source:My Recipes