Dandelion Salad with Warm Hazelnut Vinaigrette |
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This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.Though detested on lawns, dandelions are now cultivated commercially and are widely available at farmers markets and supermarkets. Great additions to this salad are red onion and shaved Parmesan. Ingredients:
2 large bunches dandelion greens (about 2 pounds) |
1/4 cup hazelnuts |
3 garlic cloves |
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
Directions:
1. Discard tough stems from greens. Cut top 5 inches from greens and reserve. Cut remaining greens into 3/4-inch slices. Transfer all greens to a large serving bowl. Coarsely chop nuts and finely chop garlic. In a small heavy skillet cook garlic and nuts in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until garlic is golden. Stir in vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
2. Pour hot vinaigrette over greens and toss to combine.
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