Chicory Salad with Coffee Molasses Vinaigrette

Name: Chicory Salad with Coffee Molasses Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/3 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 large egg (or 2 tablespoons egg substitute or pasteurized egg); 2 tablespoons powdered pectin (such as Sure-Jell); 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 small heads radicchio, leaves separated; 2 heads Belgian endive, leaves separated; 1 small head frisee, leaves separated

Servings: persons

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
1/4 cup molasses
1 large egg (or 2 tablespoons egg substitute or pasteurized egg)
2 tablespoons powdered pectin (such as Sure-Jell)
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 small heads radicchio, leaves separated
2 heads Belgian endive, leaves separated
1 small head frisee, leaves separated

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Combine 1/4 cup water with the vinegar, oil, coffee, molasses, egg, pectin, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
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Whisk until combined.
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Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
4
Combine the radicchio, endive, and frisee in a large bowl.
5
Add some of the dressing and toss to combine.
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The addition of the pectin keeps the dressing from separating.
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You can store extra dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Another wonderful use for this dressing is to drizzle it over baked winter squash.
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Chicory, Belgian endive, and radicchio are varieties of Cichorium intybus.
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Endive and escarole are the plant Cichorium endivia.
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If planted in the right succession, Aequinotales can be used to make a flower clock.
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Carolus Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist, came up with a schedule of flowers around 1748 for his Horologium Florae.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/3 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, 1/4 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Chicory Salad with Coffee Molasses Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!