Radicchio with Figs and Ginger Vinaigrette Recipe

Radicchio with Figs and Ginger Vinaigrette Recipe.  Fresh and healthy, mouth-watering leafy salad with figs and pomegranate seeds dressed with ginger vinaigrette.

A satisfying and light vegetable salad meal to enjoy any time of the day.  This kind of salad is a must try, a perfect salad treat for a fig lovers.

SERVES 4

• 1 radicchio
• 1 small curly endive, lettuce
• 3 oranges
• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced into rings
• 8 small green figs, quartered
• 2 pomegrate seeds, optional

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. red wine vinegar
• 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp. orange juice
• 2 tbsp. very finely chopped glace ginger with syrup

• Wash the radicchio and curly endive leaves in a cold water, and drain well.
• Tear any large leaves into pieces.
• Peel and segment the oranges, discarding all of the pith.
• Place in a large bowl with the onion rings, salad leaves and figs, reserving 8 figs quarters.
• To make the vinaigrette, combine the olive oil, vinegar, cinnamon, orange juice and ginger in a small jug.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste and whisk well until emulsifies.
• In a big serving bowl, place radicchio, endives, orange segments, quartered figs  and onions.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
• Divide into four serving bowls, top with reserved figs and scatter pomegranate seeds on top and served.