Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad balancing the sharp bitterness of radicchio and endive with bright orange segments and a sweet-tart honey-vinaigrette for a perfect palate-cleansing starter. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs thinly sliced radicchio, finely shredded endive, 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 185 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1 cup, thinly sliced radicchio
- 1 cup, finely shredded endive
- 2, supremes (peeled and sectioned) navel orange
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until emulsified and smooth.
- Step 2: Combine 1 cup thinly sliced radicchio, 1 cup finely shredded endive, and 2 orange supremes in a large bowl, then pour the vinaigrette over and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then sprinkle with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives just before serving to add freshness and visual contrast.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 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 Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette?
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 thinly sliced radicchio from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette?
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 Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey-Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
