I love fresh figs. Maybe they are special to me because they are only available for a few weeks each year, and I live in Michigan, where we don't grow figs. True, I enjoy fig jam, fig newtons, and dried figs year-round, but I'm always excited when I find fresh ones at the market and eagerly pay a small fortune to bring home a case.
Today is the second day of Fall Flavors Week........
Jolene of Jolene's Recipe Journal hosts this annual event that I look forward to each year. I strive to eat seasonally, and I love when the weather starts to cool and my body starts craving warm comfort foods.
Let's see what recipes are being shared today.......
- Caramelized Onion Savory Scones by The Spiffy Cookie
- Sweet Potato and Ham Quiche with Dill & Nutmeg by Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice
- Apple Streusel Cookies by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Spiced Pear Vanilla Quick Bread by A Little Fish in the Kitchen
- Apple Cider Donut Cake by Hezzi-D's Recipe Box
- Maple Pumpkin Creme Brulee by Art of Natural Living
- Apple Cheddar Rosemary Bread by Blogghetti
- Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats by Magical Ingredients
- Fig Salad by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Apple Cider Snickerdoodles by Jolene's Recipe Journal
- Miso Glazed Kabocha Squash by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Fresh Figs are still available. Make sure you grab some to celebrate the season with this wonderful salad.
Yield: 4 servings
Fig Salad
Sharp, spicy arugula; sweet, tender figs; creamy, tangy feta cheese; and honey-roasted almonds drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette.
Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby arugula, washed and dried
- 6-8 fresh figs, quartered
- 1/2 c. honey-roasted sliced almonds
- 1/2 c. crumbled blue cheese
- 3 T. olive oil
- 2 T. balsamic vinegar
- 1 t. honey
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place the arugula on a large platter.
- Arrange the figs on top of the arugula, scatter the almonds over the top, and sprinkle with the cheese.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
291Fat (grams)
21 gSat. Fat (grams)
4 gCarbs (grams)
24 gFiber (grams)
4 gNet carbs
19 gSugar (grams)
18 gProtein (grams)
6 gSodium (milligrams)
271 mgCholesterol (grams)
17 mg
Property of A Day in the Life on the Farm
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