Enjoy a classic frisee salad with a twist - a hot bacon dressing that adds a savory and smoky flavor to the crisp greens. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a dinner party.
Ingredients
- 1 head of frisee lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 6 slices of bacon, diced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
Directions
- Cook the diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the red onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking constantly to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, toss the frisee lettuce with the warm bacon dressing until evenly coated.
- Top the salad with the crispy bacon and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Frisee lettuce is a type of curly endive that adds a unique texture to salads.
The hot bacon dressing is a classic French vinaigrette made with bacon drippings for added flavor.
This salad is a great source of protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying meal option.