Cicoria Salad

Cicoria Salad is a vibrant and nutritious Italian dish featuring chicory greens that deliver a delightful bitterness balanced by a zesty dressing. This salad is not only refreshing but also packed with health benefits, making it an excellent choice for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Chicory (Cicoria) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Red onion - 30 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, shaved
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the chicory thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion.
3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicory, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
6. Top the salad with shaved Parmesan cheese and chopped walnuts before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 23 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin K and folate.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and walnuts, promoting heart health.

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