Best 4 Caramelized Roasted Figs With Baby Greens And Honey Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Caramelized Roasted Figs with Baby Greens and Honey Vinaigrette: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Fresh Flavors**

Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our caramelized roasted figs, baby greens, and honey vinaigrette. This delightful dish tantalizes your taste buds with a symphony of sweet, savory, and refreshing flavors. Perfectly roasted figs, caramelized to perfection, burst with natural sweetness, while baby greens add a crisp, earthy contrast. Drizzled with a luscious honey vinaigrette, this salad elevates the ordinary into an extraordinary dining experience. Whether you're seeking a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a vibrant addition to your next gathering, this recipe promises to impress and satisfy. Discover the art of culinary fusion as you embark on this taste adventure, where the delicate sweetness of figs meets the tangy zest of vinaigrette, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED FIGS WITH FRESH RICOTTA



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 to 8 Mission figs, halved
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons honey
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch kosher salt
Fresh ricotta or fat free Greek yogurt, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Put the figs, cut side up, in a baking dish. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, and whisk in the honey, cinnamon and salt. Drizzle the hot honey butter over the figs and roast in oven until very soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Divide the fresh ricotta or fat free yogurt among 4 serving dishes and top with the warm figs and sauce. Enjoy!
  • Cook's Note: These hot figs are really great over mixed greens or even on a toasted baguette as a crostini!

HONEY-ROASTED SALTED FIGS



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Dried figs with a salty-sweet coating and clusters of red grapes are a refreshing dessert. Although tiny, each item is abundant in flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking sheet
1/4 cup honey
10 ounces dried Turkish figs
10 ounces dried Black Mission figs
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 small bunches assorted grapes, such as red and champagne

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Lightly brush a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil. Whisk 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil and 1/4 cup honey in a large bowl. Add 10 ounces each of dried Turkish and Black Mission figs; toss to coat.
  • Arrange figs in a single layer on prepared sheet. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt. Roast until fragrant and caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes. Immediately loosen figs from sheet with a metal spatula. Let figs cool slightly, loosening again after 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter, and serve with assorted grapes.

CARAMELIZED ROASTED FIGS WITH BABY GREENS AND HONEY VINAIGRETTE



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I was supposed to serve a meal to a very special person in my life. This person is a vegetarian and I wanted to prepare something light, creative and impressive.

Provided by Faina Shpiler

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 small fresh black mission figs, stemmed
extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp honey
1 warm water
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 c baby mixed greens
1 handful each basil, chives and cilantro
4 oz gorgonzola or goat cheese, cut in big chunks

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • 2. Cut a small "X" in the top of the figs and squeeze it gently to crown it slightly. Put the figs on a sheet pan and drizzle them with olive oil. Bake until the figs are soft and caramelized, about 15 minutes. Put the mixed greens and chopped herbs in a bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss gently with your hands.
  • 3. In a small bowl, combine the honey, warm water, and lemon juice; whisk with a fork to combine.
  • 4. To serve, divide the greens between 2 plates, mound the chunks of gorgonzola cheese on the side of each and place 2 roasted figs in the center of the salad. Drizzle the whole thing with the warm honey vinaigrette.

FIG VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, condiments

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small shallot, finely diced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 ripe figs, peeled and mashed
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Put shallot in a small bowl. Cover with vinegars and season with salt and pepper. Macerate for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mustard and mashed figs and mix well. Whisk in olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 561, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 752 milligrams, Sugar 39 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • To select the best figs, look for plump, unblemished figs with a deep purple color.
  • To caramelize the figs, use a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. This will help the figs to caramelize evenly without burning.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can roast the figs in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
  • To make the honey vinaigrette, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and olive oil until well blended.
  • To assemble the salad, place the roasted figs, baby greens, and walnuts in a bowl. Drizzle with honey vinaigrette and toss to coat.

Conclusion:

CaramelizedRoasted Figs with Baby Greens and Honey Vinaigrette is a simple but delicious summer salad. The sweet figs, tangy vinaigrette, and crunchy walnuts come together to create a salad that is both refreshing and satisfying. This salad is also a great way to use up any leftover figs you may have.

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