Don Giovanni Salad ( B O G Salad) Recipe

Name: Don Giovanni Salad ( B O G Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil leaf, torn up; 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves; ⅔ cup fennel bulb, diced, uncooked, to taste (Florence fennel also known as finocchio); ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 1 cup radicchio, chopped; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar; fresh ground black pepper; 1 garlic clove, cut in half first then later minced; 1 tablespoon fennel leaves, for seasoning; fresh imported parmesan cheese (read NOTE below) (optional); lemon wedge (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh basil leaf, torn up
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
⅔ cup fennel bulb, diced, uncooked, to taste (Florence fennel also known as finocchio)
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 cup radicchio, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, cut in half first then later minced
1 tablespoon fennel leaves, for seasoning
fresh imported parmesan cheese (read NOTE below) (optional)
lemon wedge (to garnish)

1
Begin by cutting the garlic clove in half and taking one half and rubbing along the inside of serving bowl.
2
Toss the basil leaves, baby spinach leaves, diced fennel bulbs, cilantro leaves and radicchio together lightly in a salad bowl.
3
Mince the two garlic halves, adding to the salad along with the olive oil, white wine vinegar, fennel fronds and Parmesan if using.
4
Toss lightly.
5
Serve salad with lemon wedges, a good bottle of wine and of course crusty Italian bread.
6
Don't forget the freshly ground black pepper for the final touch!
7
NOTE: *Experiment with any fresh imported Italian cheese of your choice, shaved.

131

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 cup fresh basil leaf, torn up, 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, ⅔ cup fennel bulb, diced, uncooked, to taste (Florence fennel also known as finocchio), ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Don Giovanni Salad ( B O G Salad) 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!

Don Giovanni Salad ( B O G Salad)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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