Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad
A vibrant salad balancing sharp endive and radicchio with sweet honey-dijon dressing and toasted walnuts for a refreshing, complex bite. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 18 minutes pairs endive, radicchio, honey into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups endive
- 2 cups radicchio
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup goat cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Tear endive and radicchio into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Step 2: In a small jar, combine honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, and lemon zest; shake vigorously until emulsified.
- Step 3: Drizzle dressing over greens and toss gently until evenly coated and glistening.
- Step 4: Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden, then sprinkle over salad.
- Step 5: Top with crumbled goat cheese just before serving to maintain texture.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (15 min prep + 3 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep endive from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Bitter Greens & Honey-Dijon Salad vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
