This chicory salad combines vibrant flavors for a delightful summer meal with friends. Check out the story behind this recipe!

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Ingredients

  • Six handfuls of assorted chicories
  • 2 Meyer lemons, zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon of mustard
  • 2 teaspoons of honey
  • 1 cup of grated parmesan plus a chunk for ribbons
  • a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 3/4 cup of toasted hazelnuts, crushed after roasting until golden

Instructions

  1. In a blender, mix the lemons, mustard, honey, grated cheese, and seasonings. Blend until smooth, then gradually add the olive oil. Adjust seasoning using a chicory leaf.
  2. Combine the greens and half of the hazelnuts with 3/4 of the dressing. Adjust seasoning and add more dressing if needed. Finish with extra hazelnuts and parmesan ribbons using a vegetable peeler.