This salad. I think that if I were given the opportunity to write any cookbook I ever wanted, it would be a salad book. I know, does one really need a recipe for salad. In my defense- there are hundreds, even thousands of potential combinations that I think having a few salad recipes is a good place to start!
This salad is my "I haven't felt the sun for days" sunshine salad. The red from the endives accompanied by the beautiful color of the citrus makes this salad pop. I also have a small love affair with shaved Brussels sprouts (but if raw Brussels sprouts aren't your thing, swap in for lettuce, arugula-my favorite, or spinach).
Beyond this salad, I wanted to let you guys in a something cool happening with one of my favorite Sacramento-local companies. This year California Endive is selling their beautiful endive bouquets for Valentine's day (if you are curious what's below the burlap, this instagram photo caused quite a shock for some!) While I was excited to have a part in this (I shot the photos of the endives/bouquets), I was even more excited that $2.14 of each bouquet sold goes to one of my favorite non-profits: Food Literacy Center.
At any rate, if you're looking to send something to that special someone this year, maybe think about this edible bouquet (because who doesn't love something beautiful and edible!)
PS: California Endive invited a few amazing women who fuel the farm to fork movement here in Sacramento to lunch to celebrate plus do a small shoot for these bouquets! Above is just one of the shots from the day (and you can see the rest o my friend Marita's site!) I'm totally the creeper who hides in the back because if you hadn't guessed, I'm WAY more comfortable behind the camera (and I'm still in that awkward 'is she pregnant or did she binge on pizza for a week' phase of pregnancy.)
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*If you choose to not serve the salad right away, the texture will be more akin to a slaw. I recommend tossing with some cooked grains or you could even add a bit of lettuce or arugula to the mix!
This is such a stunning salad Erin! Pinned!
Wow, this sounds amazing. I'm not a HUGE fan of brussels sprouts, but I definitely like to find unique ways to eat them (and make them taste better!). Can't wait to try it!
That salad!!! Thank you so much for posting!!! I still have endive in my fridge so this salad is going to be made this week 🙂
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I would totally buy a salad cookbook, and that endive bouquet is SO fun.
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Well, this salad might be the perfect chance to finally try some raw Brussels 🙂 this screams 'detox' like hell! Ahah!
And by the way, you might not need a recipe for salad, but you surely need lots of inspiration to avoid falling into the same salad rut...If you ever write a salad cookbook, I'm in line *winks*
That salad is gorgeous! And so is the endive bouquet!
I love the citrus in this salad. You're right we don't need recipes for salads but it's nice to have recipes to remind of some of the best flavor combos. And what a fun looking initiative in support of the farm to fork movement. Love it!
I have never wanted to face plant right into my screen more than I have when I saw all those FREAKING GORG photos!
This salad? I want it. NEED IT. GOT TO HAVE IT. And those bouquets are so pretty too! Pinned!
LOVE this salad! I completely agree - although a salad recipe is not always necessary, it's nice to have seasonal inspiration. Can not wait to try!
Can you eat the endive roots?
I always default to the same salads, so I'd TOTALLY read your salad cookbook;) I don't use raw brussels sprouts often enough, so this one is getting added to my to-make list asap! These endive bouquets are so pretty and I love love love that shot you took of it!
It's been raining for days in my part of the world, so an idea of sun salad sounds just perfect for me... especially with lovely endives 🙂
Mmm this looks delicious - I think ill double up on almonds because im crazy about them haha! Should be good, right?