Radicchio Spinach Salad with Sesame Seed Vinaigrette

Radicchio is one of my favorite salad ingredients. The deliciously bitter brilliantly-colored veg brightens up any dish you put it in. Best yet, you can eat it fresh, saute it, or even put it on the grill. For a fresh take on radicchio, toss it with your favorite salad ingredients for a healthy, colorful summer meal.

Radicchio Spinach Salad with Sesame Seed Vinaigrette

Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 1 medium head radicchio, cored, leaves separated and torn


• 5 ounces fresh baby spinach


• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced


• 2 tablespoons tahini (the thinner varieties work best)


• 3 tablespoons olive oil


• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar


• 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives


• 3 tablespoons sesame seeds


• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together radicchio, spinach, and onion.


2. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, oil, vinegar, and chives.


3. Pour half of the vinaigrette over salad and toss to coat. Add more vinaigrette if desired.


4. Add sesame seeds and toss again. Serve immediately.

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