Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsSecond Empire Restaurant and TavernEmpire Crispy Local Lettuce Salad Recipe

Empire Crispy Local Lettuce Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

hearty lettuce, belgian endive, raddichio, frisse, gem lettuce, dill, balsamic ginger dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lettuce

    Wash and dry all the lettuce varieties thoroughly. Tear or chop them into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Mix the Salad

    In a large salad bowl, combine the hearty lettuce, Belgian endive, radicchio, frisée, and gem lettuce. Toss gently to mix.

  3. 3

    Add Fresh Dill

    Sprinkle the chopped fresh dill over the salad and toss lightly to distribute.

  4. 4

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the balsamic ginger dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the salad immediately while the greens are fresh and crispy.

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