Bibb Lettuce Chicken And Cherry Salad With Creamy Horseradish Dressing Recipes

BIBB LETTUCE WITH CHERRIES

Steps:

• Puree 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup fresh basil, 2 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons each champagne vinegar and olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon each sugar and kosher salt in a blender. Toss with 2 heads torn Bibb lettuce, 2 cups halved pitted cherries and 1/4 cup each sliced almonds and chives; season with salt and pepper.

BIBB LETTUCE, CHICKEN, AND CHERRY SALAD WITH CREAMY HORSERADISH DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing:
• Purée mayonnaise, lime juice, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Set aside.
• Make the salad:
• Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne and transfer to paper towels; let cool.
• Combine chicken, lettuce, cherries, radishes, half of the panko, and half of the chives in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs and chives.
• Do Ahead
• The dressing can be chilled for up to 2 days.

CREAMY BIBB SALAD

Steps:

• Rinse 2 or 3 anchovy fillets, then puree in a blender with a handful each of chopped chives and parsley and the juice of 1 lemon. Add 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup sour cream and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle over Bibb lettuce.

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH HORSERADISH DRESSING

Steps:

• Place eggs in a small pot, and cover with cold water by 1 1/2 inches. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Cover, and let stand for 12 minutes. Rinse with cold water, peel, and chop.
• Combine horseradish, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Arrange lettuce on a serving platter,sprinkle with chopped egg, and drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve immediately.