Grilled Escarole With Smoked Cherry Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Escarole With Smoked Cherry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Grilled Escarole Salad; 1 bunch Escarole head, halved; 2/3 cup Walnuts, toasted; 1/3 cup Goat cheese, crumbled; Smoked Cherry Sauce; 3 tablespoons Butter; 2.5 tablespoons Shallots, minced; 1/3 cup Cherry liquor or ruby port; 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar; 1 pint Cherries, pitted; 2 sprigs Thyme

Servings: persons

1
Place the escarole on the grill. Char and wilt the leaves on both sides. Transfer to a serving plate.
2
Top the grilled escarole with the toasted walnuts and goat cheese.
3
Place a small or medium cast iron skillet on the grill grate to heat. Have all your sauce ingredients ready - you will want to move fast!
4
Add the butter. When it foams, add the shallots and cook until they begin to brown.
5
Add the cherry liqueur and balsamic vinegar. Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce slightly.
6
Add the cherries and gently smash with the back of a spoon. When the cherries break down, add the thyme.
7
Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the sauce over the grilled escarole.

245

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Grilled Escarole Salad, 1 bunch Escarole head, halved, 2/3 cup Walnuts, toasted, 1/3 cup Goat cheese, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Grilled Escarole With Smoked Cherry Sauce 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!

Grilled Escarole With Smoked Cherry Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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