🥗 Crunchy green salad (10 min): freshness for raclette
💡 Simple, quick and ultra fresh • Ideal to accompany raclette • By Lou
Quick answer: For a super fresh raclette salad , choose a crispy batavia 🥬 or oak leaf salad , seasoned with a mustard vinaigrette, a few herbs, and a hint of shallot. In less than 10 minutes ⏱️, you add the green touch that balances the richness of the melted cheese!
🛒 Ingredients for a crunchy salad
fresh batavia or oak leaf
small shallot
mild olive oil
cider vinegar (or white wine)
old-fashioned mustard
fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
salt, pepper from the mill
💦 Rinse the salad well and dry it to keep all its crunch! Batavia available here .
👩🍳 Express salad preparation for raclette
Detach the leaves, wash them thoroughly in cold water, then gently spin them dry. Cut or tear them into bite-sized pieces (more enjoyable to eat with melted cheese!).
Peel and finely chop the shallot. Rinse and chop some fresh herbs (flat-leaf parsley, chives, chervil... depending on the season 🌿).
In a bowl: mix the mustard with the vinegar and a pinch of salt, then whisk in the olive oil. Season generously with pepper!
In a large salad bowl, place the lettuce, shallot, and herbs, then pour over the vinaigrette. Toss gently just before serving for a nice, shiny, and crunchy salad 😍.
🍋 You can add a dash of lemon juice for even more zing!
🌿 Tips and variations for your raclette salad
- 🔄 Green variation: Batavia mix + arugula or young spinach for more intensity.
- 🥒 Add crunch: sliced radishes, toasted nuts or seeds.
- 🍏 Fruity twist: a few slices of green apple or pear for the sweet note that makes the cheese shine.
- 🧅 Instant pickles: quickly done, a few sliced red onions soaked for 10 minutes in vinegar.
- 🌸 Wow effect: sprinkle with edible flowers or shoots, for a presentation that will wow everyone!
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❓ FAQ – Raclette Salad
🥗 Which salad should you choose to accompany raclette?
Batavia or oak leaf lettuce are ideal: crisp and not bitter, they refresh the palate between two bites of melted cheese. Arugula or mesclun add a bit of pep if you like more spicy flavors.
🥄 What vinaigrette should I make with raclette?
A vinaigrette of wholegrain mustard, mild olive oil, cider vinegar or white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. The acidity balances the fat in the cheese and makes the raclette more digestible!
🌱 Can the salad be prepared in advance?
Yes, but add the dressing at the last minute ! Wash and spin the salad, then refrigerate it in a damp cloth. Prepare the dressing separately, then assemble just before serving to keep all the crunch 🥗.
🍏 Any ideas for enhancing raclette salad?
Add roasted nuts , apple or pear slices, or even a few quick pickles for a tangy touch that goes perfectly with raclette. Wow effect guaranteed!
🔄 Can we replace the green salad?
Of course: try young shoots, arugula, or even a raw vegetable salad (carrot, fennel, celery) to vary the pleasures!
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