Salad of Winter Greens Recipe

Name: Salad of Winter Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon bourbon; 3 medium apples (McIntosh, if available) washed, cheeks removed and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices; 3/4 cup pecan halves; Kosher salt; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; Freshly cracked black pepper; 2 heads radicchio, cores removed, leaves removed, torn into bite-size pieces and washed and dried; 1 head arugula leaves, washed and dried; 1 head chicory, stems removed, washed and dried; 1 head escarole leaves, torn into bite-size pieces, washed and dried; 2 heads endive, bottoms removed and the leaves halved lengthwise

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon bourbon
3 medium apples (McIntosh, if available) washed, cheeks removed and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
3/4 cup pecan halves
Kosher salt
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
Freshly cracked black pepper
2 heads radicchio, cores removed, leaves removed, torn into bite-size pieces and washed and dried
1 head arugula leaves, washed and dried
1 head chicory, stems removed, washed and dried
1 head escarole leaves, torn into bite-size pieces, washed and dried
2 heads endive, bottoms removed and the leaves halved lengthwise

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My favorite thing about this recipe is putting the salad into the oven and lightly wilting it just before serving.
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A simple touch that makes the flavors more intense and the texture more inviting.
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Other simple touches that make the difference?
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Taking care that all the greens are thoroughly washed and dried.
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A mouthful with grit or excess moisture that dilutes the flavors of the dressing can make a great salad less than perfect.
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Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
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In a medium bowl, add the bourbon and the apple slices.
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Season with salt and black pepper and stir to combine.
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Set aside.
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Make the dressing: In a large bowl, or with a mortar and pestle, lightly crush the pecans until they are in small pieces and season with salt.
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Add the olive oil and whisk with the nuts to make a paste-like mixture.
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Stir in the cider vinegar and some black pepper.
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Set aside.
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When ready to serve, add the greens to a large bowl and stir in the dressing.
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Toss to coat the greens with the dressing.
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Transfer the salad to a platter (or individual plates).
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Put the platter in the oven with the door ajar until the greens wilt ever so slightly, about 1 to 2 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and top with the apple slices.
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Cook's Note: if there is any excess bourbon, leave it behind in the bowl as you top the salad with the apples.
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Serve immediately.

742

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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

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.

My Personal Notes

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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 tablespoon bourbon, 3 medium apples (McIntosh, if available) washed, cheeks removed and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices, 3/4 cup pecan halves, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Salad of Winter Greens 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!

Salad of Winter Greens

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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