CHICORY SALAD WITH MAPLE-ROASTED ACORN SQUASH

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This salad combines crisp chicory with slices of oven-roasted acorn squash. A kiss of maple syrup draws out the natural sweetness of the squash. An aromatic hazelnut vinaigrette can be drizzled over the dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 acorn squash (about 1 3/4 pounds), halved, seeded, and cut into 2-by-1/4-inch pieces
7 tablespoons hazelnut oil
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 heads frisee, separated into small pieces
1 head escarole, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, skins removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss squash with 1 tablespoon oil and the syrup, and season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast, flipping once, until golden brown and tender, about 20 minutes; set aside.
  • Whisk vinegar, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Pour in remaining 6 tablespoons oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking. Season with pepper.
  • Just before serving, toss greens and squash with dressing, and arrange on a platter. Sprinkle with hazelnuts.

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