Radicchio and Beet Salad
- 1 bunch beets, with greens (about 4 medium beets)
- 1 head radicchio, cut into 1/2-inch shreds (about 8 ounces)
- 6 ounces mild provolone or white cheddar, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Trim the beet stems, leaving about 1 inch of the stems on the beets.
- Reserve the greens.
- Put the beets in a pot, and fill with water to cover them by 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil, and cook until the beets are almost tender, about 30 minutes.
- Add the trimmed beet greens, and cook until the beets and greens are tender, about 15 minutes more.
- Drain and let cool.
- Peel the cooled beets, and slice them into 1/4-inch half-moons, then put them in a serving bowl.
- Squeeze out the excess liquid from the beet greens, and chop coarsely.
- Combine with the shredded radicchio and provolone or cheddar, and toss them into the serving bowl.
- Drizzle with the vinegar and olive oil, and season with salt.
- Toss well again, and serve.
beets, radicchio, provolone, balsamic vinegar, extravirgin olive oil, kosher salt
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/radicchio-and-beet-salad-385251 (may not work)