Brighten up your table with this elegant and flavorful recipe for Endive with Oranges, Almonds, and Goat Cheese—a perfect fusion of fresh, zesty, and creamy delights. Crisp endive leaves are the ideal vessel for juicy orange segments, creamy goat cheese, and toasted sliced almonds, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Drizzled with a light honey-lemon vinaigrette, this dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Ready in under 20 minutes, this stunning appetizer or side salad is not only simple to prepare but also a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or light, refreshing dining. Perfect for those seeking healthy, gluten-free, and no-cook recipe options, it's a delicious way to highlight seasonal citrus and elevate any meal.
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1. Prepare the endives by trimming the base and separating the leaves. Rinse and pat them dry, then arrange on a serving platter.
2. Peel the oranges, remove all white pith, and cut into segments. Place the orange segments in a small bowl and set aside.
3. Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a simple vinaigrette.
5. Place a small amount of goat cheese on each endive leaf, followed by an orange segment.
6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the endive leaves, ensuring even distribution.
7. Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top for a crunchy finishing touch.
8. Serve immediately as an appetizer or side salad and enjoy this bright and flavorful dish.
Serving size | (622.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 993.3 |
Total Fat 75.2g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 20.4g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
Cholesterol 75mg | 0% |
Sodium 1091.3mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 56.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 17.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 31.7g | |
Protein 32.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 494.7mg | 0% |
Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
Potassium 1406.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories