Puntarelle Salad
Puntarelle Salad is a classic Italian dish, featuring the unique flavor of Puntarelle, a type of chicory. The salad is dressed with a simple anchovy and garlic dressing.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Extra virgin olive oil - 1/4 cup
- Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Anchovy fillets - 6, finely chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Puntarelle - 1 large head
Let's Get Started
- Prepare the Puntarelle by cutting it into thin strips and soaking it in ice water for about an hour. This will make it curl up and become crisp.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped anchovies, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Stir until well combined.
- Drain the Puntarelle and pat dry with a towel.
- Place the Puntarelle in a large bowl and pour the dressing over it. Toss until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for a few hours to let the flavors meld together.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g
