Active Time

　　35 min

　　Total Time

　　35 min

　　This mix of greens is a knockout blend of textures, and a short sauté in fruity olive oil mellows their slightly bitter flavor.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 8 servings

　　1 pound Belgian endive (2 to 4), cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, discarding cores (4 cups)

　　1 pound frisée, trimmed of tough or discolored leaves and remainder cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)

　　1 (1-pound) head escarole, trimmed of any tough or discolored leaves and remainder (including ribs) cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)

　　6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

　　1 teaspoon salt

　　1/2 teaspoon black pepper

　　4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

　　

Step 1

Toss greens together, then divide into 2 batches.

　　

Step 2

Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then add 1 batch of greens, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/40 teaspoon pepper and sauté, tossing with 2 wooden spatulas or tongs, until evenly wilted but still crunchy, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add 2 teaspoons lemon juice, tossing to coat. Transfer to a serving dish.

　　

Step 3

Repeat procedure with remaining oil, greens, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.