Escarole Salad with Horseradish and Capers

A fresh and zesty salad featuring crisp escarole hearts, red onion, and capers, dressed with a tangy crème fraîche vinaigrette and topped with spicy fresh horseradish. Perfect as a sophisticated side dish.

4 servings
37 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ small red onion
  • 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 6 cups torn escarole hearts
  • 2 tablespoons rinsed capers
  • to taste Kosher salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup shaved peeled horseradish

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Soak onion in a small bowl of ice water at least 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry.

    30 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk crème fraîche, oil, lemon juice, and vinegar in a large bowl. Add escarole, capers, and drained onion; season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Top salad with horseradish and season with more pepper.

    2 min

  4. 4.

    DO AHEAD: Onion can be soaked 2 hours ahead. Drain just before using.