Ever wonder what that red and white-headed, lettuce-like vegetable  is in the produce section?  It’s not red cabbage; it’s in the chicory family so it’s technically not a lettuce either.  It’s called radicchio and it’s delicious!  It does have a bitter taste but if it’s balanced in a salad with milder tasting things it won’t be overpowering.  Give it a try!

RADICCHIO SALAD

2 cups coarsely chopped radicchio

1 medium avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed

1/2 cup zucchini relish (see recipe below) or use grated zucchini

10 green olives, pitted and sliced

1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

freshly-ground black pepper to taste (optional)

Mix all ingredients in a salad bowl except oil.  Add oil and mix well.  If you used grated zucchini instead of zucchini relish, add 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice and salt to taste.  Serves 4.