Salad of dandelion greens, blood oranges, goat cheese and pecans
Dandelions are an assertive green. The flavor is tangy, even borderline bitter, with a definite texture. For this salad, use tender, new leaves for a gentler flavor. Raisins and blood orange segments sweeten it a bit and balance the bitter greens.
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Supreme the oranges: Slice off the top and bottom of the whole fruit, then cut off the rest of the peel, carefully following the line of the flesh. Slice free each segment over a bowl to collect the juices, separating it from the central membrane. Set the segments and juice aside.
In a large bowl, toss the dandelion greens with the pecan halves, onion and raisins.
Make the dressing: In the bowl with the orange juice, whisk in the sherry vinegar and olive oil, along with one-half teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Add half the dressing to the salad, tossing to coat. Add additional dressing to taste. Gently toss in the orange segments.
Plate the salad, dotting the top with crumbled goat cheese.
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