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Frisée Salad with Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Cranberry Crostini

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 17 Jan 2026

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This elegant frisée salad with blue cheese, walnut and cranberry crostini offers a sophisticated balance of savoury flavours and varied textures. The slightly bitter leaves of the baby frisée pair beautifully with the sharp, creamy blue cheese and the subtle sweetness of the dried cranberries. Toasted walnuts provide a satisfying crunch, while the aromatic walnut oil dressing adds a rich, nutty depth to the entire dish.

As a versatile vegetarian starter, this recipe is ideal for hosting dinner parties or for enjoying as a refined weekend lunch. The warm, melted cheese on crisp ciabatta provides a comforting contrast to the fresh, zesty salad. For the best results, use a high-quality blue cheese such as Stilton or Roquefort to complement the vibrant vinegar dressing.

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Ingredients for Frisée Salad with Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Cranberry Crostini

  • 24 1/4-inch-thick slices ciabatta bread

  • 4 tablespoons walnut oil, divided

  • 120ml chopped toasted walnuts

  • 230g blue cheese, crumbled

  • 6 tablespoons minced shallots, divided

  • 40g dried cranberries

  • 950g baby frisée, torn into thin pieces

  • 2 teaspoons Banyuls vinegar or red wine vinegar

  • Fleur de sel or fine sea salt

How to make Frisée Salad with Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Cranberry Crostini

Preheat oven to 204°C. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Brush bread slices on top side with 2 tablespoons walnut oil. Bake until crisp, about 5 minutes.

Mix walnuts, cheese, 4 tablespoons shallots, and dried cranberries in medium bowl. Spread mixture on toasts. Bake until cheese melts, about 4 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine frisée, 2 tablespoons shallots, 2 tablespoons walnut oil, and vinegar in bowl. Sprinkle with fleur de sel; toss. Serve with crostini.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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