Radicchio and Apple Salad with Parmesan Crisps

A sophisticated salad featuring crisp radicchio, peppery arugula, and sweet Pink Lady apple, all topped with homemade Parmesan crisps and dressed in a honey-shallot vinaigrette. The perfect balance of bitter, sweet, and savory flavors.

4 servings
18 min

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces Parmesan, finely grated, divided
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ small shallot
  • cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 medium heads radicchio
  • 1 bunch arugula
  • 1 large Pink Lady apple
  • to taste Flaky sea salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 350°F. On a silicone mat-lined baking sheet, divide 4 ounces grated Parmesan into 8 mounds. (Alternatively, line with parchment paper and coat with nonstick spray.) Press with your fingers to flatten. Bake until cheese is golden and melted, 6-8 minutes. Transfer baking sheet to a wire rack and let cool; break crisps into coarse pieces.

    8 min

  2. 2.

    Heat honey in a small skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Whisk honey, shallot, oil, vinegar, and mustard in a large bowl; season with kosher salt and pepper.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Add radicchio, arugula, apple, and remaining grated Parmesan to vinaigrette; toss to coat. Season with sea salt and pepper. Serve topped with crisps.

    5 min