Fig & Goat Cheese Salad Recipe

Name: Fig & Goat Cheese Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons walnut oil; 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot (about 1/2 shallot); 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme; 8 ripe black or green fresh figs, halved; Olive oil for brushing; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 diagonally cut baguette slices; 1 medium head frisee, leaves separated, and torn (about 8 cups); 1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed (about 3 cups); 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped; 4 ounces slightly aged goat cheese, such as Bucheron, rind trimmed and cheese crumbled

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons walnut oil
1 tablespoon finely minced shallot (about 1/2 shallot)
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
8 ripe black or green fresh figs, halved
Olive oil for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 diagonally cut baguette slices
1 medium head frisee, leaves separated, and torn (about 8 cups)
1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
4 ounces slightly aged goat cheese, such as Bucheron, rind trimmed and cheese crumbled

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Preheat a grill to medium.
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For walnut dressing: Whisk vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
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Gradually whisk in oils until smooth and slightly thick.
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Stir in shallot and thyme.
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For salad: Lightly brush figs with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until soft and lightly charred, about 6 minutes.
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Remove from grill and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Brush sliced bread with olive oil and grill until lightly toasted.
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Toss frisee, watercress, and walnuts with dressing.
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Add goat cheese and toss lightly.
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Divide salad among 4 plates, top with warm figs, and serve with toasted bread.
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Calories: 700
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Total Fat: 38 grams
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Saturated Fat: 9 grams
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Total Carbohydrate: 73 grams
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Protein: 18 grams
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Sodium: 1170 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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Fiber: 9 gram

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Fig & Goat Cheese Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Fig & Goat Cheese Salad

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