Watercress-Citrus Salad With Grilled Figs Recipe

Name: Watercress-Citrus Salad With Grilled Figs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (15 ounces) Kadota figs in light syrup, drained and halved; 1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing, divided; 3 bunches watercress, trimmed; 1 can (6 ounces) Mandarin oranges, drained; 2 tablespoons chopped chives; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon fresh tarragon; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional; Freshly grated pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 can (15 ounces) Kadota figs in light syrup, drained and halved
1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing, divided
3 bunches watercress, trimmed
1 can (6 ounces) Mandarin oranges, drained
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon fresh tarragon
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
Freshly grated pepper, to taste

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Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes
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In a medium bowl gently toss figs with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing; marinate for 10 minutes. Grill under broiler on high heat just until lightly browned; set aside. Meanwhile, put 2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing, watercress, Mandarin oranges, chives, thyme and tarragon in a salad bowl. Toss gently. Arrange on salad plates, top with figs, pine nuts, feta cheese and pepper.
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Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 180; Total fat 8g; Saturated fat 0g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 150mg; Carbohydrate 27g; Fiber 1g; Protein 4g; Vitamin A 90%DV*; Vitamin C 90%DV; Calcium 15%DV; Iron 6%DV
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* Daily Value

177

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (15 ounces) Kadota figs in light syrup, drained and halved, 1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing, divided, 3 bunches watercress, trimmed, 1 can (6 ounces) Mandarin oranges, drained, and more.

Yes, Watercress-Citrus Salad With Grilled Figs 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.

Watercress-Citrus Salad With Grilled Figs

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