Recipes
Duck Confit Salad with Garden Greens
Duck confit, a traditional French preparation, is elevated in this fresh and vibrant salad.
Duck confit, a traditional French preparation, is elevated in this fresh and vibrant salad. Paired with crisp garden greens and a tangy vinaigrette, it’s a dish that balances the richness of duck with the lightness of fresh vegetables, making it perfect for a refined lunch or dinner.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Ingredients
- 2 duck legs, confited (see instructions below)
- 4 cups mixed garden greens
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Confit the Duck: Season duck legs with salt and pepper. Place in a baking dish and cover with olive oil. Bake at 225°F (110°C) for 2 hours, or until tender. Let cool.
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Toss garden greens with the vinaigrette. Top with shredded duck confit, walnuts, and goat cheese. Serve immediately.