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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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