The Barefoot Contessa’s Endive and Avocado Salad

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

The Barefoot Contessa's Endive and Avocado Salad is a refreshing and healthy salad perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
	1/4 cup lemon juice , freshly squeezed
	4 -5 tablespoons olive oil
	3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper , freshly ground
	4 heads endive
	4 ripe Hass avocadoes , peeled and seeded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

253

Sugar

Fat

23g

The Barefoot Contessa's Endive and Avocado Salad is a simple and delicious salad that combines the beautiful bitterness of endive with the creamy texture of avocado. The Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil dressing adds a tangy zing to the salad and pairs perfectly with the slightly bitter endive. The avocado also provides a rich creaminess that balances the salad. This salad is perfect for those looking for a light and healthy lunch or as a refreshing side dish for dinner.

Instructions

1.	In a jar, combine the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
2.	Shake well to combine.
3.	Remove the outer leaves of the endive and slice off the bottom inch.
4.	Cut the endive in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into thin strips.
5.	Arrange the endive on a platter.
6.	Cut the avocado into bite-sized chunks and scatter over the top of the endive.
7.	Drizzle the dressing over the salad, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

PROS

This salad is packed with healthy fats and vitamins.

The combination of endive and avocado creates a refreshing and crisp taste.

CONS

The salad can be a bit bitter for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Barefoot Contessa’s Endive and Avocado Salad is high in healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins.
The avocado provides potassium, fiber, and healthy fats, while the endive is rich in vitamin A and C.