Best 5 Green Salad With Dried Figs And Nuts Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Green Salad with Dried Figs and Nuts. This refreshing and vibrant salad is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. The sweetness of dried figs harmonizes perfectly with the crunch of walnuts and almonds, while crumbled goat cheese adds a tangy touch. Dressed in a delicate honey-balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal or a satisfying light lunch on its own. The article also features variations of this classic salad, including a version with grilled halloumi cheese for a savory twist and another with roasted butternut squash for a hearty and autumnal treat. Discover the endless possibilities of this versatile dish and elevate your culinary experience.

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MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH FIGS AND HERBS



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Using fresh herbs brings bursts of flavor, and the fresh figs add a touch of sweetness.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 fresh figs
8 cups mixed salad greens
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
¼ cup flat-leaf Italian parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl and set dressing aside.
  • Quarter figs vertically; cut quarters in 1/2, and then into slices.
  • Toss mixed greens, figs, pecans, parsley, mint, dill, and green onion together in a large bowl. Pour dressing over greens and toss. Sprinkle feta cheese over salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 150.1 mg, Sugar 10 g

GREEN SALAD WITH DRIED FIGS AND NUTS



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Make and share this Green Salad With Dried Figs and Nuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 heads of red lola lettuce (curly)
2 heads of green lola lettuce (curly)
1 bunch endive
1 bunch rocket, the thick stems removed
4 shallots, finely chopped (including the green part)
4 dried figs, finely chopped
8 walnuts, roughly chopped
8 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 large lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon lemon zest
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cut greens into large pieces and place in a bowl.
  • Add the shallots and mix.
  • Add half the figs and walnuts.
  • Put all the dressing ingredients in a glass jar, close the jar tightly and shake until well blended.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, mix well and transfer to a platter.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the figs and walnuts on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 88.9, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 8, Protein 5.7

GREEN SALAD WITH DRIED FIGS, BLUE CHEESE, WALNUTS, AND SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Dried Figs, Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Sherry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fig     Walnut     Sherry

Yield makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large handfuls salad greens-such as red leaf, spinach, arugula, frisée, or premixed mesclun
4 generous tablespoons chopped dried figs (we use Calmyrna and Black Mission figs, plumped in warm water and drained)
3 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts (see Toasting Nuts, p. 99)
1/2 cup Sherry Vinaigrette
4 tablespoons crumbled Valdeon (Spanish blue cheese), or your favorite blue cheese
Sherry Vinaigrette
1 medium shallot, finely minced
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fig preserves, or 1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons chopped capers
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
(makes 3/4 cup or 4 to 6 servings)

Steps:

  • Place the salad greens, figs, walnuts, and dressing in a bowl and toss. Divide among plates and crumble the blue cheese on top of each salad.
  • Sherry Vinaigrette
  • Whisk together the shallot, vinegar, preserves, capers, and mustard in a small bowl. Whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified. Taste for balance, and add a little more olive oil, if you like. Season with salt and pepper.

GREEN SALAD



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This salad is good for a side dish or a meal on its own. I make it often for my family and they always enjoy it.

Provided by anonymous

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 (10 ounce) packages mixed salad greens
4 thinly sliced chicken deli meat, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
¼ teaspoon onion powder
3 dashes garlic powder
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 pinches salt
3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • Microwave or saute onion and bell pepper until soft; set aside to cool.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the onion, pepper, salad greens, deli meat and tomato. Sprinkle with the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Toss to mix.
  • Pour on enough salad dressing or vinegar to coat, toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 162.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

GREEN SALAD WITH FIGS, WALNUTS, & BLUE CHEESE



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Clipped from Canadian House and Home magazine. Nice salad for a special occasion or anytime., Adding pears and cranberries is nice with the figs and blue cheese.

Provided by cookalot 2

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons whole grain Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
10 cups loosely packed mixed greens
1/2 cup dried fig, cut into strips
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese or 1/3 cup feta

Steps:

  • Dressing.
  • In a medium mixing bowl,mix together vinegar, mustard, and honey until combined.
  • Whisk in olive oil.
  • Whisk in orange juice, salt and pepper.
  • Salad.
  • Toast walnut pieces in a skillet over medium heat, until they become brown and fragrant.
  • Cool walnuts.
  • Toss greens with 3/4 of the dressing.
  • Place greens on serving platter.
  • Toss with nuts,greens,and blue cheese.
  • Drizzle with remaining dressing.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of greens for a more interesting salad. Arugula, spinach, and romaine are all good choices.
  • Dried figs are a great way to add sweetness and texture to the salad. If you don't have dried figs, you can use fresh figs instead.
  • The nuts in this salad add crunch and flavor. You can use any type of nuts you like, such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
  • The dressing for this salad is a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and honey. You can adjust the amount of vinegar and honey to taste.
  • This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish. It can also be served as a main course.

Conclusion:

This green salad with dried figs and nuts is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of greens, figs, nuts, and dressing is both flavorful and satisfying. This salad is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

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