Landes-style salad with foie gras (périgord salad)

Name: Landes-style salad with foie gras (périgord salad)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: mesclun mix; 5 oz corn; 2 tomatoes; 1 shallot; 1.5 oz pine nuts; 12 asparagus tips; 3 oz air-dried duck breast, sliced; 3.5 oz confit duck gizzards; 4 slices of foie gras

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20 min

429 Kcal

For a festive, hearty salad, head to the southwest of France! This beautiful Landes-style salad is made with air-dried duck breast, duck gizzards, and foie gras medallions. It’s sure to get your guests’ mouths watering from the very start of the meal :-) An easy, no-cook idea that comes together quickly. Proof that you can serve a tasty starter without spending hours in the kitchen!

Ingredients

mesclun mix
5 oz corn
2 tomatoes
1 shallot
1.5 oz pine nuts
12 asparagus tips
3 oz air-dried duck breast, sliced
3.5 oz confit duck gizzards
4 slices of foie gras

Materials

salad bowl

Preparation

Put some mesclun mix in a salad bowl. Add the diced tomatoes and the corn.
Add the minced shallot, the asparagus tips and the pine nuts.
Then arrange the slices of air-dried duck breast, with the fat trimmed off, along with the confit gizzards. Season with the dressing of your choice.
Toss the salad, then place the foie gras medallions on top.
And there you have it—your Landes-style salad is ready!

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FAQ ❓

What is the origin of Landes-style salad with foie gras?

Landes-style salad is a specialty of southwestern France, showcasing ingredients typical of the region, such as foie gras and duck breast.

Can this salad be prepared in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the ingredients in advance, but it’s best to assemble the salad just before serving to preserve the freshness of the vegetables and the texture of the foie gras.

What are the nutritional benefits of this salad?

This salad is rich in protein thanks to the duck breast and foie gras, and it also contains vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, although it is relatively high in calories.