Shaved Beet and Bitter Greens Salad with Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Shaved Beet and Bitter Greens Salad with Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette
Shaved Beet and Bitter Greens Salad with Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette
Yes, the paper-thin disks of raw beet will spill their pink color across the escarole and frisée dressed with a lusty vinaigrette, but don't fret—those splashes are part of this simple salad's charm.
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  • Served Person: Makes 8 servings
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  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 large garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
  • equipment: an adjustable-blade slicer
  • Carbohydrate 7 g(2%)
  • Fat 14 g(21%)
  • Fiber 2 g(10%)
  • Protein 1 g(3%)
  • Saturated Fat 2 g(10%)
  • Sodium 56 mg(2%)
  • Calories 152

Preparation Blend vinegar, garlic, mustards, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a blender until garlic is very finely chopped. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream and blend until emulsified. Slice beet paper-thin with slicer. Toss greens and beet in a large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Cooks' notes:•Vinaigrette keeps, chilled, 1 week. Bring to room temperature before using. •;Beet can be sliced 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealable bag. •Greens can be washed (but not torn) 1 day ahead and chilled in sealable bags lined with damp paper towels.

Preparation Blend vinegar, garlic, mustards, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a blender until garlic is very finely chopped. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream and blend until emulsified. Slice beet paper-thin with slicer. Toss greens and beet in a large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Cooks' notes:•Vinaigrette keeps, chilled, 1 week. Bring to room temperature before using. •;Beet can be sliced 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealable bag. •Greens can be washed (but not torn) 1 day ahead and chilled in sealable bags lined with damp paper towels.