Austrian-inspired Lyonnaise Salad

Ingredients

In this Austrian-inspired version of Salade Lyonnaise, we incorporate the flavors and ingredients commonly found in Austrian cuisine. The traditional French salad is enhanced with the addition of Austrian mustard, which adds a unique tanginess to the vinaigrette. We also use frisée or endive as the base greens, which are commonly used in Austrian salads. Additionally, we incorporate Austrian-style bacon, known as Speck, which has a slightly smokier flavor compared to the French version. We alse have the original recipe for Salade Lyonnaise, so you can check it out.

• 200g (7oz) frisée or endive 200g (7oz) frisée or endive
• 150g (5.3oz) Austrian-style bacon (Speck), sliced 150g (5.3oz) Austrian-style bacon (Speck), sliced
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Austrian mustard 1 tablespoon Austrian mustard
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 26g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 4g, 1g
• Protein: 17g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Wash and dry the frisée or endive leaves. Tear them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
2. 2.
   In a skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on a paper towel.
3. 3.
   Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently add the eggs and cook for 6 minutes for a soft-boiled consistency. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, Austrian mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
5. 5.
   Peel the cooled eggs and cut them into quarters.
6. 6.
   Add the crispy bacon and quartered eggs to the salad bowl with the frisée or endive.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the mustard vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
8. 8.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Frisée or endive — Make sure to thoroughly wash and dry the leaves to remove any dirt or grit. Tear them into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
• Austrian-style bacon (Speck) — Look for thinly sliced Speck, which has a smoky flavor. If you can't find Austrian-style bacon, you can substitute it with regular bacon.

Tips & Tricks

• For a twist, you can add some roasted pumpkin seeds or chopped walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
• If you prefer a milder mustard flavor, you can use a combination of Austrian mustard and Dijon mustard in the vinaigrette.
• To make the salad more substantial, you can add some boiled potatoes or croutons.

Serving advice

Serve the Austrian-inspired Lyonnaise Salad as a refreshing appetizer or as a light main course. It pairs well with crusty bread or as a side dish to grilled meats.

Presentation advice

Arrange the salad on individual plates, placing the frisée or endive leaves at the bottom. Top with the crispy bacon and quartered eggs. Drizzle the mustard vinaigrette over the salad just before serving to keep the greens fresh and vibrant.