Duck Breast and Chicory Salad – Asian Sweet and Sour Vinaigrette

Duck Breast and Chicory Salad – Asian Sweet and Sour Vinaigrette

A light and easy-to-make dish: sliced duck breast served on a bed of chicory and spinach, topped with a tangy homemade vinaigrette.

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A lovely alternative way to serve duck breast!

I love the slightly spicy vinaigrette with bright notes of orange and ginger—it pairs perfectly with the duck. For the greens, I chose rosa chicory and baby spinach, but arugula or baby kale would work wonderfully too! Go make it!

Why make this recipe?

  • Irresistible texture contrast: The crispy duck breast pairs perfectly with the fresh, crunchy chicory and spinach.
  • Guaranteed originality: Few people think to combine duck breast with a bright, tangy salad. Perfect for surprising your guests.
  • Balanced, fresh flavors: The tender duck melts in your mouth, complemented beautifully by the sweet-and-tangy orange and ginger vinaigrette.
  • Quick and easy to prepare: Minimal ingredients and simple cooking, yet a restaurant-worthy result.
Duck Breast and Chicory Salad – Asian Sweet and Sour Vinaigrette
Duck Breast and Chicory Salad – Asian Sweet and Sour Vinaigrette

To start things well
You use:
You cook for:
4 people

Ingredients
Salad:
Vinaigrette:

Preparation
1.

Sprinkle the duck breast with salt and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

2.

While the duck rests, mix all vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl.

3.

Slice the rosa chicory leaves in half and mix with the baby spinach in a bowl. Set aside.

4.

Pat the duck dry with a paper towel. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the duck breast fat side down and cook for 10 minutes, checking after 5 minutes and lowering the heat if the fat is browning too quickly. Flip and cook 3 more minutes. Remove from the pan and let rest on a plate for at least 5 minutes.

5.

Thinly slice the duck with a sharp knife and transfer to the bowl with the vinaigrette. Toss to coat well.

6.

Spread the chicory and spinach on a large serving plate. Arrange the duck slices over the greens, drizzle with vinaigrette, and sprinkle with fresh mint leaves.


Nutritional information per serving (1/4 of the recipe)
Calories 342 kCal Proteins 25 g Carbs 12 g Fats 21 g
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