Curly Endive (Noun)
Meaning
Crisp spiky leaves with somewhat bitter taste.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The salad featured a mix of mixed greens, including crunchy curly endive, fresh arugula, and crisp romaine.
- The slightly bitter flavor of the curly endive complemented the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes in the salad.
- Curly endive added a delightful textural element and depth of flavor to the otherwise simple green salad.
- To balance out the richness of the dish, the chef added a handful of curly endive leaves on top of the grilled salmon.
- Pairing the curly endive with the sweeter components of the meal, such as the apples and the citrus vinaigrette, resulted in a refreshing side dish.