Radicchio and Chickpea Salad
This salad improves with age, especially for those who like the bitter edge from the radicchio somewhat mellowed. Makes 6 Servings


Ingredients:

1 small head radicchio
Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 bunch scallions, trimmed, white and 1 inch
of green cut into thin slices
1 medium carrot, shredded (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons toasted, ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste


Instructions:
1. Separate leaves of radicchio.

2. Lay one on top of the other and cut into thin strips.

3. Wash and drain in a colander or salad spinner.

4. Put into a large bowl.

5. Add chickpeas, scallions, carrot, and parsley.

6. Mix remaining ingredients in a small bowl.

7. Pour over vegetables and toss well.

8. Let sit at least 1 hour at room temperature before serving.




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