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Arugula and Radicchio Salad with Sesame-Scallion Vinaigrette

4.6

(3)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 scallion
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 head radicchio
1 bunch arugula

Preparation

  1. In a small skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook sesame seeds, stirring, until pale golden, about 1 minute. Mince scallion and in a small bowl whisk together with sesame seeds, remaining tablespoon oil, vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified. Tear radicchio into bite-size pieces and in a bowl toss together with arugula and vinaigrette.

TagsSaladScallionOnionRoot VegetableVegetableRadicchioChicoryLeafy GreensArugulaSideStarterLunchDinnerGluten FreeDairy FreeVegetarianVeganQuickEasySauteGourmet
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