We love the versatility of endive, those little torpedo-shaped leafy vegetables found in both red and pale green varieties. Endive is great raw or cooked, is available year-round and packs a healthy punch in it's tender leaves. At only 1 calorie per leaf they're a great substitute for crackers (crumble a little blue or goat cheese in a leaf cup and serve!), and it's loaded with vitamins, minerals, and complex fibers. And, did you know that just one cup of raw endive per week reduces the risk of ovarian cancer by a whopping 75%?! That alone makes us run to the store for a few heads of this delicious green! Try this awesome endive salad with avocado, bacon and a spicy chipotle ranch dressing from California Endive. Be sure to check their site for other inspiring recipes featuring this healthy ingredient.
Endive, Avocado and Bacon Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Created by All day I Dream About Food for California Endive
Dressing:
¼ cup whole milk
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 chipotle pepper in adobo, minced
1 tsp dried dill weed
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
Salad:
4 heads California Endive, ends removed, chopped
1 avocado, chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
