15 minutes
A crisp and refreshing radicchio salad with a tangy ginger and lemon balsamic dressing. Quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion.
Young Ginger, peeled
0 oz
Radicchio, cored and cut into 8 wedges per head
0 lb
cups
teaspoons
cups
to taste
to taste
1. Slice Ginger
Thinly slice 2 ounces of young ginger. If you have a mandoline, use it, but a very sharp knife will also work.
2. Prepare Radicchio
Place the sliced ginger in a large bowl along with the radicchio, which has been cored and cut into 8 wedges per head. Toss gently to combine.
3. Make Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Gradually add in ¼ cup of lemon agrumato oil and ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened. Season with a pinch of Maldon salt and coarsely ground black pepper.
4. Combine Salad and Dressing
Pour half of the vinaigrette over the radicchio and ginger mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat each wedge lightly with the dressing.
5. Serve
Serve the salad immediately, with the remaining vinaigrette on the side for guests to add more dressing to their liking.
Radicchio can be quite bitter, so it's essential to balance it with the dressing. The balsamic vinegar's sweetness and the honey will counteract some of that bitterness. Don't be afraid to adjust the honey to your taste.
Dress the salad just before serving to maintain the radicchio's crispness. Overdressing can cause the leaves to wilt and become soggy.
Select a head of radicchio that feels firm and heavy for its size with bright, crisp leaves. The leaves should be free from major brown spots, which can indicate age and bitterness.
Whisking the dressing thoroughly is key. Start by whisking together lemon juice, zest, grated ginger, balsamic vinegar, and honey until combined. Then, slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to create an emulsion.
If you like a touch of sweetness to further balance the bitterness, consider adding thinly sliced pear or apple. The fruit's natural sugars will complement the radicchio and the tangy dressing.
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