Butter Lettuce Salad With Champagne And Shallot Vinaigrette
Delight in the bright flavors of this refreshing Champagne Butter Lettuce Salad. Crisp butter lettuce leaves are gently tossed with a flavorful shallot vinaigrette, creating a light and elegant dish perfect for any meal. Garnished with delicate chive blossoms, this salad is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Ideal for entertaining or a simple weeknight dinner, this salad will surely be a delightful addition to your table.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Champagne or Prosecco
- 1/4 cup Champagne vinegar
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 2 heads butter lettuce, larger leaves torn, smaller leaves left whole
- 2 Tbs. snipped fresh chives, tips and blossoms reserved for garnish (optional)
- 2 Tbs. snipped fresh tarragon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the shallot, olive oil, Champagne and vinegar. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
- In a serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chives and tarragon. Toss with as much of the vinaigrette as needed to evenly coat the salad. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the chive blossoms and serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Cooking for Friends,</i> by Alison Attenborough and Jamie Kimm (Oxmoor House, 2008).
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