Crispy bacon and peppery radicchio are just two of the major players in this ensemble cast, alongside crunchy, homemade, whole-wheat croutons and a tangy vinaigrette, in this all-star salad.
Salad
Ingredients
1 head radicchio lettuce, chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
2 boiled eggs, quartered
4 strips crispy bacon
1 medium heirloom tomato, diced
1 avocado, peeled, cored, and sliced
1 spring onion or leek, thin sliced
Method
Toss together in a large bowl
Croutons
Ingredients
1 small whole wheat baguette, sliced and diced into .5” cubes
2 T olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 T coarse sea salt
Method
In a large bowl, toss the cubed bread with the olive oil, garlic and salt, then bake at 400º for 8 to 10 minutes until crunchy.
Dressing
Ingredients
4 T extra virgin olive oil
2 T balsamic or red wine vinegar
1 T fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 T Reyes Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
.25 t sea salt
fresh ground black pepper to taste
Method
Whisk ingredients together in a medium bowl, serve immediately. If the dressing sits, whisk again before using.