Frisée Salad with Persimmons, Dates, and Almonds

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Frisée Salad with Persimmons, Dates, and Almonds
45 min.
8
199kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Frisée Salad featuring the vibrant and exotic flavors of ripe Fuyu persimmons, sweet dates, and crunchy toasted almonds. This refreshing salad is perfect as a side dish, antipasti, or a light starter, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. The striking contrast of textures and tastes—crispy frisée greens, creamy persimmons, and chewy dates—create a harmonious balance that is sure to please your palate.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the eyes, showcasing a beautiful array of colors, but it is also incredibly versatile. Fully vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, this salad caters to various dietary preferences without compromising on taste. The tangy dressing, made with white wine vinegar and fresh leeks, adds a zesty punch that beautifully elevates the natural sweetness of the fruits.

With only 45 minutes of preparation, you can impress your family and friends with a dish that encapsulates the essence of fall and winter gatherings. Serve this delectable salad at your next dinner party, potluck, or holiday celebration, and watch as guests rave about the unique combination of flavors. Get ready to dive into a salad that not only nourishes the body but also delights the senses!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds toasted sliced
  • 0.3 cup dates pitted chopped
  • ounces fuyu persimmon pulp ripe peeled chopped
  • cups fuyu persimmon pulp ripe peeled thinly sliced quartered ( 3)
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 cups leek divided thinly sliced ( 1 large)
  • teaspoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cups the salad 
  • tablespoons water 
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place 1 tablespoon leek in blender.
  2. Place 3 tablespoons water and the next 4 ingredients (through chopped persimmon) in blender; process until smooth.
  3. Combine frise and remaining leek in a large bowl, and toss with dressing.
  4. Place 1 cup frise mixture on each of 8 plates. Top each serving with about 1/3 cup sliced persimmon, about 1 teaspoon almonds, and 1 1/2 teaspoons dates.
  5. Wine note: This dish includes sweet and crisp Fuyu persimmons, so look for a wine with similar qualities. While sauvignon blanc can be grassy or herbaceous when grown in cool climates, Guenoc 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Lake County ($1
  6. from California brings out the tropical side of the grape with sweet flavors of pineapple and passion fruit, while still offering enough acidity to stand up to vinegar dressing. Jeffery Lindenmuth

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein4.47%
Fat12%
Carbs83.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.25
Glycemic Load
21.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.6017391500266%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.96kcal
9.95%
Fat:2.91g
4.48%
Saturated Fat:0.22g
1.39%
Carbohydrates:45.63g
15.21%
Net Carbohydrates:44.5g
16.18%
Sugar:3.73g
4.14%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:158.34mg
6.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.44g
4.89%
Vitamin C:83.93mg
101.73%
Iron:3.58mg
19.91%
Potassium:492.69mg
14.08%
Vitamin A:619.48IU
12.39%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.21%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.92%
Vitamin K:8.27µg
7.87%
Phosphorus:68.24mg
6.82%
Folate:24.3µg
6.08%
Calcium:56.77mg
5.68%
Magnesium:20.28mg
5.07%
Fiber:1.14g
4.55%
Copper:0.08mg
4.23%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.87%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.78%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.13%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.94%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.44%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes