GRILLED FIG SALAD

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This salad has something for all your taste buds--and the sweet, salt, sour combines to make a great dish. From Whole Foods. Prep time includes 30 minutes to heat up the grill/marinate the figs. Note: If your figs are smaller, adjust grilling time accordingly.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Greens

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large fresh figs (Black Mission or Calimyrna)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
sea salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste
8 cups mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Snip the tiny stem end off each fig and cut in half lengthwise.
  • Mix vinegar, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a medium bowl.
  • Add the figs and gently toss to coat.
  • Let sit while you heat a grill (indoor or outdoor).
  • If necessary, coat your grill with a little olive oil.
  • When ready, grill the figs (reserving all of the marinade in the bowl) for about 2 to 3 minutes per side or until grill marks appear -- don't overcook as the figs will become too mushy. Remove figs to a plate.
  • To the reserved marinade, add olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper, whisking well to completely incorporate.
  • Place greens in a large salad bowl; toss with dressing, then mound equal amounts on 4 individual serving plates.
  • Place 2 fig halves decoratively over each plate of greens and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.2, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 11.9, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 18.5, Protein 0.6

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