Sautéed Endive with Lemon and Garlic

Name: Sautéed Endive with Lemon and Garlic
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 heads (about 1 lb) endive; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2, zest and juice lemon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

A simple side dish where endive's natural bitterness is harmonized with garlic, lemon, and a whisper of vinegar for bright depth.

Cuisine: French

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2 heads (about 1 lb) endive
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2, zest and juice lemon
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp white wine vinegar

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, without browning.
Step 2: Add 2 heads endive (trimmed and halved lengthwise) to the skillet, cut side down, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and golden at the edges.
Step 3: Stir in 1/2 lemon (zested and juiced) and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, and cook for 1 more minute until the endive is coated and flavors meld.