Brussels Market Endive Salad
A crisp, refreshing salad featuring Belgian endive and local ingredients, finished with a Dijon vinaigrette that honors the city's market culture. This belgian-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard 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 300 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 large, trimmed and halved lengthwise (about 1 lb) Belgian endives
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 cup, toasted and roughly chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup, crumbled blue cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp honey until emulsified.
- Step 2: Arrange the 4 large Belgian endives, trimmed and halved lengthwise (about 1 lb), on a platter, cut side up.
- Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the endive, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped, and 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese.
- Step 4: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brussels Market Endive Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 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 Brussels Market Endive 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 extra-virgin olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brussels Market Endive 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 Brussels Market Endive 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 Brussels Market Endive 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
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
