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Escarole Salad

Crisp escarole greens tossed with a garlic lemon dressing, shaved Parmesan, and toasted breadcrumbs for a classic Italian-American side.

15 minEasyServes 4190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 heads escarole, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, toasted
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt together in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add 2 heads chopped escarole to the bowl and toss thoroughly until the leaves are well coated.

  3. 3

    Top the salad with 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup toasted panko breadcrumbs before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for panko in Escarole Salad?

The entry for Escarole Salad calls for 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, toasted. In its place: Coarse dry breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes or crushed crackers all work. Fine breadcrumbs coat more densely, so use a little less.

Can I make Escarole Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Escarole Salad is 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Escarole Salad gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Escarole Salad is 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, toasted. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Escarole Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 190 calories, with 5 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Escarole Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Escarole Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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