Endive and Apple Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Endive and Apple Salad is the perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and savory. Belgian endives and peppery arugula form a vibrant green base, while thinly sliced Granny Smith apples add a tart crunch. Toasted walnuts bring nutty depth, and crumbled blue cheese lends a creamy, salty finish. Tossed in a zesty apple cider vinaigrette with Dijon mustard and honey, this salad is a feast for the senses. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for any occasion, it’s an effortless side dish or a light, elegant starter that will impress your guests. Ideal for fall and winter menus or when you crave a refreshing yet bold combination of flavors, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 heads Belgian endives
• 1 large Granny Smith apple
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cups Arugula
• 0.333 cup Walnuts
• 0.25 cup Crumbled blue cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Separate the Belgian endive leaves, then rinse and pat dry. Slice the leaves into 1-inch pieces and set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the Granny Smith apple, leaving the skin on. Toss the apple slices with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning.

Step 3

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and golden. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a separate small mixing bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, remaining lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 5

Add the arugula, sliced apple, toasted walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese to the bowl with the endive.

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	691.9 grams (691.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941

Total Fat 78.90g	101%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.90g
Cholesterol 21mg	7%
Sodium 1185mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 55.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 16.40g	59%
Total Sugars 34.10g
Protein 16.60g	33%

Vitamin D 4IU	21%
Calcium 327mg	25%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1280mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 22.3%