Seared Belgian endive
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 heads
Calories 20
| Amount Per Serving | ||
| Monounsaturated fat | Trace | |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | Trace | |
| Total fat | Trace | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | |
| Protein | 1 g | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
| Calories: | 2,000 | 2,500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | Less than | 65g | 80g | |
| Saturated Fat | Less than | 20g | 25g | |
| Cholesterol | Less than | 300mg | 300 mg | |
| Sodium | Less than | 2,400mg | 2,400mg | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300g | 375g | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 25g | 30g | ||
Calories per gram:
Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4
Belgian endive is a type of salad green with cream-colored leaves and a slightly bitter taste.
Ingredients
(Serves 4)- 1 tablespoon water
- 8 heads of Belgian endive, washed and halved
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Ground black pepper, if desired
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
In a large skillet, heat the water over medium heat. Add the endive, cut-sides down. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the outer leaves turn translucent.
Remove from the heat and uncover. Squeeze lemon juice over the endive and add salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Last Updated: July 15th, 2021