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Radicchio, spinach, and apricot salad with goat cheese

§ recipes  posted 11 Nov 2007; modified 07 May 2008

The sharp tasting radicchio in this spinach salad pairs well with the sweetness of apricots and the creaminess of goat cheese.

Serves 4. Prep time: 10 min. Total time: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, halved
  • 2 tablespoons white or regular balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • coarse salt and ground pepper
  • 1 head radicchio (8 oz.), halved cored, and roughly torn
  • 1 bag (5 oz.) baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup soft crumbled goat cheese (2 oz.)

Directions

  1. Place apricots in a small bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand 5 min. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Add apricots, radicchio, and spinach to bowl with dressing; toss to combine. Serve topped with goat cheese.