Frisée and Carrot Ribbon Salad with Za'atar-Lemon Vinaigrette

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crisp frisée lettuce, rainbow carrot ribbons, and fresh herbs, dressed in a bright za'atar-lemon vinaigrette and topped with toasted pistachios and sweet grapes.

6 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 large shallot
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ cup pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons za'atar
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 heads frisée
  • 1 pound carrots
  • 2 cups parsley
  • cups green grapes
  • ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine shallot, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp. kosher salt in a medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Meanwhile, toast pistachios, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, and 1 tsp. za'atar in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Season with 1/4 tsp. kosher salt. Transfer to a small bowl; let cool and set aside.

    3 min

  3. 3.

    Add honey and 1 tsp. za'atar to lemon mixture and whisk to combine, then whisk in 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil in a slow, steady stream.

    2 min

  4. 4.

    Place frisée, carrots, parsley, 3/4 cup grapes, and half of the pistachios in a large bowl and drizzle with vinaigrette. Gently toss until frisée is evenly dressed; season with sea salt and pepper. Top with remaining pistachios and 3/4 cup grapes.

    5 min