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Radicchio and Rocket Salad with Roasted Pepper Dressing and Burrata Crostini

This vibrant radicchio and rocket salad brings a sophisticated balance of flavours to your table. The bitterness of the radicchio and peppery rocket is beautifully offset by a sweet, smoky dressing made from charred peppers and briny capers. As a vegetarian starter or a light lunch, it offers a wonderful contrast of textures, from the crisp winter leaves to the silky, indulgent burrata cheese served on crunchy toasted baguette.

Adding burrata crostini provides a luxurious element that makes this dish feel special enough for dinner parties, yet it remains simple to assemble. The homemade pepper dressing can be prepared in advance, allowing the flavours to develop and making the final assembly quick and effortless. Serve this fresh, colourful salad as a healthy, stylish opening to a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

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Ingredients for Radicchio and Rocket Salad with Roasted Pepper Dressing and Burrata Crostini

  • 1/2 small yellow or red pepper

  • 40ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon drained capers

  • 2 teaspoons minced shallot

  • 1/4 teaspoons sugar

  • 2 1/4-inch-thick baguette slices

  • 90g fresh burrata cheese

  • 2 cups baby rocket

  • 1 1/2 cups coarsely torn radicchio

  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley leaves

Char pepper half directly over gas flame or in grill until skin is blackened. Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes. Peel and seed pepper half; place in mini processor. Add 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; puree until smooth. Transfer pepper mixture to small bowl; whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, capers, shallot, and sugar. Season dressing with salt and black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk before using.

Toast baguette slices; brush with olive oil. Top each toast with half of burrata cheese; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Combine rocket, radicchio, and parsley in medium bowl; toss with half of dressing. Divide salad between plates. Place 1 toast alongside each salad; drizzle with some of remaining dressing.

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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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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