Spinach Salad in a Parmesan Frico Cup Recipe

Name: Spinach Salad in a Parmesan Frico Cup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon orange zest; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 6 ounces baby spinach leaves (about 6 cups); 1 orange, cut into segments; 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; Special equipment: a silpat mat, a muffin tin, and a small drinking glass

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces baby spinach leaves (about 6 cups)
1 orange, cut into segments
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Special equipment: a silpat mat, a muffin tin, and a small drinking glass

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
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For the Parmesan Frico Cups:
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Place a silpat mat on a baking sheet.
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Place 6 (1/4-cup) mounds of Parmesan cheese on the mat and gently tap down until each mound is flat and 4 1/2 to 5 inches in diameter.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
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Working quickly, use a thin spatula to transfer the Parmesan Frico to a muffin tin.
7
Gently place a small drinking glass on top of the Parmesan Frico to mold it into the shape 1 of the muffin cups.
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Let cool until firm, about 5 minutes.
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Continue with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
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For the Citrus Vinaigrette:
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Combine all the ingredients in a jar or a tight-sealing plastic container.
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Shake to blend.
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For the Spinach Salad:
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In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
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Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to combine.
16
Divide the salad among the Parmesan Frico Cups and serve immediately.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon orange juice, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad in a Parmesan Frico Cup 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.

Spinach Salad in a Parmesan Frico Cup

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