Greens with Horseradish-Crème Fraîche Dressing

Greens with Horseradish-Crème Fraîche Dressing
Greens with Horseradish-Crème Fraîche Dressing
Toasting grains and seeds is a simple move that adds texture and deep flavor to this green salad. The dressing will be milder if you use fresh horseradish, or sharp and a tad spicy if you use prepared.
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  • Served Person: Makes 6 servings
Salad Milk/Cream Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Low Sodium Horseradish Healthy Low Cholesterol Watercress Bon Appétit
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons golden and/or brown flaxseeds
  • 1 tablespoon amaranth
  • 3 tablespoons crã¨me fraã®che
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated horseradish or
  • radish flowers or sprouts (optional)
  • 8 cups young bitter greens (such as watercress or miner's lettuce)

Preparation Toast flaxseeds in a large dry skillet over medium heat, tossing often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes; transfer to a small bowl. Toast amaranth in same skillet until fragrant, about 2 minutes; add to flaxseeds and let cool. Whisk crème fraîche, horseradish, and vinegar in a large bowl. Thin with water, if needed; season with salt and pepper. Add greens and flowers, if using, and toss to coat. Serve topped with flaxseeds and amaranth. DO AHEAD: Flaxseeds and amaranth can be toasted 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

Preparation Toast flaxseeds in a large dry skillet over medium heat, tossing often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes; transfer to a small bowl. Toast amaranth in same skillet until fragrant, about 2 minutes; add to flaxseeds and let cool. Whisk crème fraîche, horseradish, and vinegar in a large bowl. Thin with water, if needed; season with salt and pepper. Add greens and flowers, if using, and toss to coat. Serve topped with flaxseeds and amaranth. DO AHEAD: Flaxseeds and amaranth can be toasted 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.