Photo by Romulo Yanes
This mix of greens is a knockout blend of textures, and a short sauté in fruity olive oil mellows their slightly bitter flavor.
Recipe information
Total Time
35 min
Yield
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
1 pound Belgian endive (2 to 4), cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, discarding cores (4 cups)
1 pound frisée, trimmed of tough or discolored leaves and remainder cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)
1 (1-pound) head escarole, trimmed of any tough or discolored leaves and remainder (including ribs) cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Preparation
Step 1
Toss greens together, then divide into 2 batches.
Step 2
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then add 1 batch of greens, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/40 teaspoon pepper and sauté, tossing with 2 wooden spatulas or tongs, until evenly wilted but still crunchy, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add 2 teaspoons lemon juice, tossing to coat. Transfer to a serving dish.
Step 3
Repeat procedure with remaining oil, greens, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Recipe notes
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