Radicchio & Endive Salad

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The Radicchio Salad That Does It All

Sometimes the best things are the simplest. Crisp radicchio leaves, a squeeze of bright lemon, good olive oil, and a generous hand with the salt and pepper—that's it. That's the salad that goes with everything from roasted chicken to pasta night to standing at the counter eating leftovers.

Shave some Parmesan over the top for nutty, salty depth, or let the satisfying crunch and bitter-sweet bite of the radicchio speak for itself. Either way, you're two minutes away from something that feels effortless and looks anything but.

Recipe:

Radicchio & Endive Salad (Serves 6)

Ingredients:

3 medium heads radicchio
4 heads Belgian endive
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 small garlic cloves
½ cup parmigiano-reggiano

To make:

The Dressing

Finely mince the garlic clove and place it in a small bowl. Add the olive oil and lemon juice (or red wine vinegar), then season with salt and black pepper. Whisk until combined. Taste — the dressing should be bright with a gentle bite from the garlic, not overpowering.

The Salad

Wash the radicchio and endive and dry thoroughly. Separate the leaves, keeping them whole or split lengthwise if large.

Just before serving, arrange the leaves loosely on a large platter. Spoon the dressing over the top and gently turn with your hands until lightly coated. Finish with a few fine shavings of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve immediately.

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