Just in time for your NYE Party! Endive Salad Bites

Around the holidays I’m always looking for yummy & convenient ways to eat my veggies.  These Endive Salad Bites are a great solution as well as a fabulous appetizer!  Enjoy! 

Endive Salad Bites     Makes 12 endive bites

For the dressing:

• 1 T white balsamic or apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 t Dijon mustard
• 1/2 t lemon juice
• 1/2 t maple syrup
• 1/8 c olive oil
• Salt & Pepper to taste

For the endive filling:

• 12 good-sized Belgian Endive leaves (about 1 head)
• 1 c chopped pear
• 3 T crumbled blue cheese
• 1/3 c dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
• 1 T chopped parsley
• 1/4 c chopped toasted pecans

Prepare the dressing:

1. Place all dressing ingredients in a jar and shake vigorously until combined.

Prepare the endive bites:

1. Cut the base off of the head of endive and separate the spears. Wash thoroughly and blot dry gently.
2. Place the pear, blue cheese, cranberries, and parsley in a small bowl. Add the dressing and toss gently to combine.
3. Divide the filling evenly between the endive spears, and top with the pecans just before serving. Enjoy!

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