Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad where the natural bitterness of radicchio and endive is harmonized with a bright citrus-honey dressing and toasted pine nuts for a refreshing, complex bite. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs head radicchio, heads Belgian endive, blood orange 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 240 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
- 1/2 head radicchio
- 2 heads Belgian endive
- 1 blood orange
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
Instructions
- Step 1: Remove core from 1/2 head radicchio and 2 heads Belgian endive, then thinly slice both into 1/4-inch strips; arrange in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Zest and segment 1 blood orange, discarding pith, then add segments to the greens; set aside 1 tbsp of juice for the dressing.
- Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp white wine vinegar, and 1 tbsp blood orange juice until emulsified, then drizzle over greens and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 4: Top with 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts and 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan, then serve immediately while greens are crisp.
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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 head 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.
Is Citrus-Bitter Greens Salad with Honey Vinaigrette 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
