MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH PEARS, GOAT CHEESE, AND FIG VINAIGRETTE

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I love figs, so when I found this recipe I knew I had to try it. The vinaigrette came out very thick, so I had to adapt it to suit my needs. Pared with the goat cheese and pears, this was wonderful. The vinaigrette's sweet-tart taste makes it well suited for a marinade for grilled or roasted pork and chicken.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
5 dried black figs, stemmed and coarsely chopped
10 tablespoons water (1/2 cup plus 2 T)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups mixed salad greens
1 1/2 cups bosc pears, thinly sliced
1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
candied walnuts (optional)
grape tomatoes, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine balsamic vinegar and figs in a small saucepan over high heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until reduced to 1/3 cup: about 5 minutes.
  • Combine the fig mixture, water, and lemon juice in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Place the fig mixture in a small bowl. Stir in shallots, thyme, and garlic. Add olive oil and salt; stir well with a whisk.
  • To serve: Drizzle enough dressing on the greens to coat. Place the greens on 6 salad plates and top with pear and goat cheese.

Faruk Ali
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of flavors.


Shakira Namawa
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad for a potluck or picnic.


Peris Wachira
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


Usman gujjar Usman muqeem
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this salad! The goat cheese and fig vinaigrette really made the dish.


Md yusuf Hissen
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. I also like to add a handful of dried cranberries for a bit of extra sweetness.


Azeem king
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad for a light lunch or dinner.


Jade Turner
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


EUNICE OKUTOYI
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds instead of walnuts. It was still very good.


Zulfiquar Ali
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I had a hard time finding fresh figs, so I used dried figs instead. They worked just fine.


Ali Baba
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This salad was a bit too sweet for me. I think I would have preferred a more savory dressing.


Husnan Ahmad
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I'm not usually a fan of goat cheese, but it was surprisingly good in this salad. The pears and fig vinaigrette really balanced out the flavor.


Kashaf Bloch
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


Mohammad Raja
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The pears and goat cheese were a great combination, and the fig vinaigrette was a nice touch.


James Gilbert
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet pears, tangy goat cheese, and nutty mixed greens was perfect. The fig vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.