Crispy Duck Salad
This crispy duck salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, with tender duck, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
- Honey - 1 teaspoon
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber - 1, thinly sliced
- Mixed salad greens - 4 cups
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Duck breasts - 2
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Season the duck breasts with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in a cold, oven-safe skillet.
- Turn the heat to medium and cook for 6-7 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy.
- Flip the duck breasts over and transfer the skillet to the oven. Cook for 10-12 minutes, until the duck is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Top the salad with the sliced duck and serve.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g