Radicchio-Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Radicchio-Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 1/2 pound orecchiette, cooked to al dente; 2 tablespoons orange marmalade; 1 small clove garlic, grated or very finely chopped; 1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano leaves, from 2 sprigs; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 small red onion, chopped; 1 head radicchio

Servings: persons

Salt
1/2 pound orecchiette, cooked to al dente
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 small clove garlic, grated or very finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano leaves, from 2 sprigs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small red onion, chopped
1 head radicchio

1
Bring water to a boil, salt it and cook pasta to al dente.
2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, garlic, oregano, mustard and vinegar.
3
Stream the olive oil into dressing while whisking and season dressing with salt and pepper.
4
Pull off 8 of the outer leaves of radicchio.
5
Form serving cups for the pasta salad out of the leaves using 2 leaves to form each bowl.
6
Chop remaining radicchio.
7
Toss radicchio and pasta and onions with the dressing to combine.
8
Serve pasta in lettuce bowls.

213

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 1/2 pound orecchiette, cooked to al dente, 2 tablespoons orange marmalade, 1 small clove garlic, grated or very finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Radicchio-Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Radicchio-Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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