Radicchio & Roasted Garlic Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad where the natural bitterness of radicchio is softened by roasted garlic and balanced with a sweet-tart dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 40 minutes pairs head radicchio, garlic cloves, extra-virgin olive oil 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 180 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 head radicchio
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice the 1 head radicchio into thin wedges and arrange on a platter; drizzle with 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp coarse sea salt, then toss gently to coat all leaves.
- Step 2: Place 4 garlic cloves on a small baking sheet, drizzle with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender—let cool before squeezing out the soft garlic paste.
- Step 3: Whisk the 1 tbsp raw honey, 1 tsp white wine vinegar, and the roasted garlic paste in a small bowl until completely smooth and well combined.
- Step 4: Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the radicchio salad just before serving, ensuring each leaf is lightly coated—allow the bitterness to meld with the sweetness as the salad rests for 5 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Radicchio & Roasted Garlic Salad with Honey Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Radicchio & Roasted Garlic 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 Radicchio & Roasted Garlic 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 Radicchio & Roasted Garlic 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 Radicchio & Roasted Garlic 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
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
