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endive and watercress salad with bacon cider dress

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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

I really enjoy the "sharp" tasting lettuces, so this is a favorite of mine. The dressing with the smoky bacon, Dijon, and maple syrup cut the peppery taste of the lettuces. Use quality ingredients for the dressing for best results.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For endive and watercress salad with bacon cider dress

  • 4 slice
    center cut bacon
  • 3 Tbsp
    extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp
    cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    maple syrup
  • 1 tsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 4 c
    belgian endive, diagonally cut
  • 3 c
    radicchio, chopped
  • 1 c
    watercress, trimmed

How To Make endive and watercress salad with bacon cider dress

  • 1
    Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon to the pan; cook until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings in the pan; coarsely chop the bacon.
  • 2
    Combine the 2 teaspoons bacon drippings, oil, and next 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  • 3
    Add the remaining ingredients; toss well. Sprinkle with the chopped bacon. Enjoy!
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