Winter Citrus, Escarole, and Endive Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
49%
Winter Citrus, Escarole, and Endive Salad
35 min.
6
138kcal

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Brighten up your winter meals with a refreshing Winter Citrus, Escarole, and Endive Salad that’s as vibrant in flavor as it is in color! This delightful salad is a perfect blend of seasonal citrus fruits, crisp greens, and a hint of nuttiness from toasted pistachios, making it an ideal accompaniment for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a festive gathering or simply looking to elevate your everyday dining experience, this salad offers a burst of freshness that will tantalize your taste buds.

Rich in nutritional benefits and low in calories—just 138 kcal per serving—this salad is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free but also a feast for the eyes. The combination of tangy blood oranges, sweet navel oranges, and juicy pink grapefruit introduces a medley of flavors that dance on the palate. Tossed with tender escarole and slightly bitter endive, each bite offers a satisfying crunch complemented by a zesty dressing of white wine vinegar, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil.

Ideal for serving as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a wholesome snack, this Winter Citrus Salad is dressed to impress. With its bright colors and intriguing textures, it’s sure to be a standout on your table. Enjoy the guilt-free pleasure of this refreshing dish and experience a taste of winter’s finest citrus bounty!

Ingredients

  • cups belgian endive thinly sliced ( 2 heads)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.8 cup orange sections 
  • tablespoon citrus champagne vinegar 
  • cups endive 
  • cup grapefruit 
  • 1.5 teaspoons honey 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cup orange sections 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • tablespoons pistachios toasted
  • 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds 
  • cup radicchio thinly thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Add grapefruit, orange, and blood orange sections; toss gently.
  3. Combine the shallots and next 6 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  4. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Divide salad evenly among 6 plates. Divide the pomegranate arils and toasted pistachios evenly among servings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories138kcal
Protein7.54%
Fat37.66%
Carbs54.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.71
Glycemic Load
5.91
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.833478201991%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
8.65mg
Delphinidin
0.51mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
15.12mg
Naringenin
20.68mg
Luteolin
2.87mg
Kaempferol
5.12mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.51mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:138.21kcal
6.91%
Fat:6.25g
9.61%
Saturated Fat:0.85g
5.34%
Carbohydrates:20.46g
6.82%
Net Carbohydrates:14.89g
5.42%
Sugar:12.47g
13.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:208.91mg
9.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.82g
5.63%
Vitamin K:137.77µg
131.21%
Vitamin C:49.69mg
60.23%
Vitamin A:1675.52IU
33.51%
Folate:118.4µg
29.6%
Fiber:5.57g
22.28%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.01%
Potassium:492.42mg
14.07%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.92%
Copper:0.19mg
9.54%
Vitamin E:1.33mg
8.89%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.49%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.4%
Calcium:71.45mg
7.15%
Magnesium:27.71mg
6.93%
Phosphorus:63.17mg
6.32%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.65%
Iron:0.93mg
5.17%
Zinc:0.7mg
4.66%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.05%
Selenium:0.91µg
1.3%
Source:My Recipes