Source: Myviewpoint, AdobeStockFigs add an original and refined taste to any dish, including salads. They also look very interesting, making them a worthy decoration for even a festive table. The main thing is to choose ripe figs correctly. What to do with them next? We'll tell you in this collection of recipes!
1. Fig and Grape Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruWe recommend choosing seedless grapes, such as the Kishmish variety.
You will need: 100 g mozzarella, 150 g figs, 100 g arugula, 100 g grapes, 1 tsp grainy mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Slice the figs and mozzarella. Arrange everything with the grapes on the arugula. For the dressing, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and mustard.
2. Fig and Tomato Salad
Source: korenovsk-rc.ruBe sure to use different colored tomatoes for this recipe.
You will need: 2 yellow tomatoes, 2 red tomatoes, 2 figs, 50 g feta cheese, 20 g hard cheese, 1 red onion, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Slice the tomatoes and figs, and thinly slice the onion. Arrange everything on a plate. Add crumbled feta cheese. Mix oil, lemon juice, and spices for the dressing. Drizzle over the salad, sprinkle with grated cheese and herbs.
3. Fig and Avocado Salad
Source: pinterest.comIt's even better if you use homemade cheese.
You will need: 6 figs, 2 avocados, 2 oranges, 300 g soft cheese, 60 ml olive oil, 50 ml rice vinegar, 90 g arugula, spices and sugar, 2 tbsp pine nuts.
Preparation: Slice the figs and avocados, and peel the orange segments. Arrange everything on arugula and add crumbled soft cheese. Mix oil, vinegar, sugar, and spices to taste, then dress the salad. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
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4. Chicken, Bell Pepper, and Fig Salad
Source: mlive.comThis salad is sure to please even the most discerning guests.
You will need: 100 g salad mix, 1 bell pepper, 1 chicken fillet, 2 figs, 40 ml pomegranate juice, 1 handful pomegranate seeds, 1 tsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Slice the chicken into strips and fry it with your favorite spices. Slice the bell pepper into strips and the figs into wedges. Arrange everything on the salad mix. Mix pomegranate juice, oil, and spices. Drizzle this dressing over the salad and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.
5. Fried Bacon and Fig Salad
Source: novyefoto.ruAnd with a honey dressing – such an enticing combination.
You will need: 3 figs, 100 g Brie cheese, 300 g salad mix, 100 g bacon, 5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar.
Preparation: Fry bacon strips until crispy in a dry pan. Slice the Brie and figs. Arrange everything on salad leaves. Mix olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar, then drizzle over the salad.
6. Fig and Basil Salad
Source: pinterest.comAn original salad with expressive Italian notes.
You will need: 8 figs, 1 bunch basil, 10 mini mozzarella balls, 60 ml olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp balsamic vinegar, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Slice the figs into wedges and halve the mozzarella balls. Mix everything with basil leaves. Mix oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and herbs, then drizzle over the salad.
7. Fig, Prosciutto, and Gorgonzola Salad
Source: postila.ruAn exquisite recipe to delight all gourmets.
You will need: 330 g spinach, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 8 figs, 80 g prosciutto, 30 g gorgonzola, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Arrange spinach, fig quarters, and prosciutto on plates. Mix wine vinegar, oil, and spices, then drizzle over the salad. Sprinkle with walnuts and crumbled gorgonzola.
8. Fig and Nectarine Salad
Source: za-edoy.ruNot only delicious but also healthy – easily fits into a healthy eating plan.
You will need: 250 g figs, 100 g nectarine, 100 g avocado, 100 g mozzarella, 100 g salad mix, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp grainy mustard.
Preparation: Slice the figs, avocado, and nectarine into wedges. Arrange everything on salad leaves and add mozzarella pieces. Mix the dressing ingredients and drizzle over the salad.
9. Fig and Salmon Salad
Source: pinterest.comA salad recipe for those who are not afraid to experiment.
You will need: 2 figs, 2 tomatoes, 125 g ricotta, 50 g salmon, 1 sprig thyme, chili flakes, spices.
Preparation: Slice the figs and tomatoes into wedges, and the salmon into strips. Arrange everything on a bed of ricotta, sprinkle with chili, spices, and thyme leaves.
10. Baked Fig Salad
Source: gotovim-edim.ruA great way to diversify even such an unusual selection.
You will need: 150 g prosciutto, 4 figs, 1 bunch arugula, 100 g Parmesan, balsamic vinegar.
Preparation: Cut the figs into quarters, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and bake for 10-15 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. Arrange the baked figs and prosciutto slices on arugula. Sprinkle the salad with grated Parmesan and serve.
11. Fig and Beetroot Salad
Source: novyefoto.ruChoose small and sweet beetroot, preferably young.
You will need: 2 beetroots, 120 g mozzarella, 4 figs, 100 g arugula, 5 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tsp balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Boil the beetroot until tender and slice it thinly. Mince the garlic, mix it with the beetroot, season, drizzle with half the oil, and let sit for a few minutes. Then arrange the beetroot on arugula, and top with fig wedges and mozzarella pieces. For the dressing, mix the remaining oil, spices, and balsamic vinegar.
12. Jamón and Fig Salad
Source: winestate.ruAnother salad recipe that even connoisseurs of fine cuisine won't be able to resist.
You will need: 2 figs, 2 bunches lettuce, 60 g Roquefort cheese, 4 slices jamón, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp balsamic vinegar.
Preparation: Arrange fig quarters and jamón slices on arbitrarily torn lettuce leaves. Sprinkle everything with crumbled Roquefort. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
13. Chicken, Fig, and Pineapple Salad
Source: tvcook.ruWe recommend sprinkling the finished salad with croutons or nuts.
You will need: 200 g mozzarella, 100 g lettuce leaves, 100 g spinach, 2 chicken thigh fillets, 2 figs, 3 tbsp raisins, 4 rings canned pineapple, 2 tbsp each olive oil and apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Fry or boil the chicken thigh fillets. Mix lettuce leaves with spinach, soak raisins in hot water for 10 minutes beforehand, and arbitrarily slice the remaining ingredients. For the dressing, mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey.
14. Fig, Pear, and Goat Cheese Salad
Source: pinterest.comAnd yet – completely non-fruity. Very tasty and interesting!
You will need: 4 figs, 100 g goat cheese, 2 pears, 2 handfuls arugula, honey, olive oil, shelled pistachios.
Preparation: Slice the figs and pears into wedges, the goat cheese into pieces, and arrange everything on arugula. Drizzle the salad with oil and honey to taste, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
15. Fruit Salad with Figs
Source: pinterest.comIt also turns out very vibrant – immediately whetting the appetite.
You will need: 50 g figs, 1 persimmon, 1 kiwi, 1/2 apple, 5 tbsp yogurt, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Peel and dice all ingredients. For the dressing, mix yogurt with honey and dress the salad.