CLASSIC ENDIVE SALAD

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This pretty salad is a variation of my mother's old recipe. Bacon makes it hearty, and water chestnuts add crunch. -Penny Hamilton, Granby, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 bacon strips, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups torn curly endive
1 pint cherry tomatoes
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup salad croutons
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Stir the vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper into drippings; heat through. Keep warm., In a salad bowl, combine the endive, tomatoes, onions, water chestnuts, walnuts, croutons and bacon. Pour warm dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with eggs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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