Grilled Radicchio Salad with Pickled Pink Lady Apple and Charred Grapes
This vibrant grilled radicchio salad combines the refreshing tanginess of pickled pink lady apples, the sweet burst of chargrilled grapes, the lusciousness of fresh figs, and the smoky crunch of toasted almonds, all tossed together in a harmonious medley of flavors and textures. A perfect balance of bitter, sweet, smoky, and tart that will elevate any meal.
ingredients
- 1 head of radicchio
- 2 pink lady apples
- 1 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup seedless red grapes
- 6 fresh figs
- 1/2 cup smoked almonds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 2.
Slice the radicchio into wedges, leaving the core intact.
- 3.
Cut one of the pink lady apples in half, remove the core, and thinly slice it. Set aside.
- 4.
In a small saucepan, combine the red wine vinegar and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 5.
Core and quarter the remaining pink lady apple. Slice each quarter into thin matchstick-like strips.
- 6.
Place the apple strips into a heatproof bowl and pour the cooled pickling liquid over them. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- 7.
Thread the grapes onto skewers and lightly brush them with olive oil.
- 8.
Grill the radicchio wedges and grape skewers for 2-3 minutes per side or until charred. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 9.
Cut the fresh figs into quarters.
- 10.
In a large bowl, combine the grilled radicchio wedges, pickled apple matchsticks, charred grapes, fresh figs, and smoked almonds.
- 11.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
- 12.
Gently toss the salad until well combined.
- 13.
Serve the grilled radicchio salad immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures.