Name: Endive, Mâche, and Radish Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar; 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot; 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives; 1 1/2 pound Belgian endive (6 heads), cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces; 8 ounces mâche (lamb's lettuce), trimmed (8 cups); 1 bunch radishes (1/2 lb), halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise

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Endive, Mâche, and Radish Salad with Champagne VinaigretteJonelle Weaver

What could be better than this racy little salad with its spicy radishes, tender mâche, and crunchy endive tossed in a cool, clear dressing? Your guests can sit back, relax, and sip their wine before diving into the sweet finale of cake and tartlets.

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

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