Henne Garden Salad Recipe

Name: Henne Garden Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick (4 oz.) salted butter; 3 large onions, halved and thinly sliced (7 cups); 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced; Wood chips, for smoking; 1/4 tsp. sherry vinegar; 1/4 tsp. sugar; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 tsp. creme fraiche; 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup hazelnut oil; 2 cups mixed salad greens; 1 cup baby arugula; 6 cherry tomatoes, halved; 4 radishes, halved; 1 apple or pear, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, crushed

Servings: persons

1 stick (4 oz.) salted butter
3 large onions, halved and thinly sliced (7 cups)
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
Wood chips, for smoking
1/4 tsp. sherry vinegar
1/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. creme fraiche
1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup hazelnut oil
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup baby arugula
6 cherry tomatoes, halved
4 radishes, halved
1 apple or pear, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, crushed

1
To make Smoked Onions: Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.Add onions and garlic, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 45 minutes, or until onions are dark brown and almost falling apart.
2
Transfer to heat-proof bowl.
3
Line wok with heavy-duty foil, spread wood chips on foil, and place wire rack over top.
4
Cover wok with lid or piece of foil, and heat over medium-low heat until wood chips begin to smoke.
5
Place bowl of onions on rack, and tightly cover wok.
6
Smoke onions 5 to 7 minutes.
7
Remove wok from heat, and let onions cool inside wok.
8
Stir in vinegar and sugar, and season with salt, if desired.
9
To make Dressing: Whisk together vinegar, creme fraiche, and mustard in bowl.
10
Whisk in olive and hazelnut oils, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
11
To make Salad: Toss greens and arugula with 2 Tbs.
12
Dressing in bowl.
13
Spread 2 Tbs.
14
Smoked Onions in center of each plate.
15
Top with greens, tomatoes, radishes, apple, and hazelnuts.
16
Drizzle with more Dressing, if desired.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick (4 oz.) salted butter, 3 large onions, halved and thinly sliced (7 cups), 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced, Wood chips, for smoking, and more.

Yes, Henne Garden 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.

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Henne Garden Salad

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