Winter Salad

This salad was adapted from The Original Dish & is perfect for the winter season. 

A winter salad is the perfect way to embrace the season's bounty while maintaining a healthy diet. This vibrant and flavorful dish combines a variety of crisp vegetables, each bringing its unique texture and taste to the bowl. Moreover, the addition of roasted beets and homemade croutons elevates this salad from a simple side dish to a satisfying main course. The combination of endive, radicchio, and butter lettuce provides a diverse mix of greens that are both visually appealing and nutritionally rich.

Furthermore, the inclusion of fennel and radishes adds a pleasant crunch and a subtle peppery flavor that complements the other ingredients beautifully. These vegetables not only enhance the overall taste but also contribute essential vitamins and minerals to your meal. Additionally, the snap peas offer a burst of sweetness and a vibrant green color that brightens up the entire dish. The roasted beets, with their earthy sweetness, provide a hearty element that makes this salad particularly suitable for colder months.

To add a luxurious touch, crumbled goat cheese is sprinkled throughout the salad. Its creamy texture and tangy flavor create a delightful contrast to the crisp vegetables. Meanwhile, the homemade croutons and Original Daily Crunch, introduce a satisfying crunch and a nutty flavor that takes this salad to the next level. These croutons are not only delicious but also a clever way to use up any leftover bread you might have.

Finally, the dressing for this winter salad is simple yet effective. A drizzle of high-quality olive oil and sherry wine vinegar is all that's needed to bring all the flavors together. This light dressing allows the natural tastes of the vegetables to shine through while adding a subtle tang that enhances the overall eating experience. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch option or a side dish for your dinner, this winter salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. It's a testament to how delicious and satisfying healthy eating can be, even during the colder months.

Ingredients

• Endive
• Radicchio
• Radishes
• Fennel 
• Roasted Beets 
• Butter Lettuce
• Arugula 
• Snap Peas  
• Goat Cheese 
• Bread 
• Olive Oil 
• Original Daily Crunch
• Sherry Wine Vinegar 
• Salt

Directions for Winter Salad:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees for your beets and croutons. 
2. Roast your beets, you can use our recipe found here. 
3. Spray a pan and cube bread. Place cube bread on a pan with Original Daily Crunch. Season with salt and olive oil, then bake till golden brown. Allow time to cool. 
4. Cut and assemble the rest of your ingredients (endive, radicchio, radish, fennel, butter lettuce, arugula, and snap peas). 
5. Top with your croutons and roasted beets. 
6. Crumble goat cheese. 
7. Dress with olive oil and sherry wine vinegar.