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Fig & Cranberry Salad with Goat Cheese

Cultural Context

This salad combines the sweetness of figs and cranberries with the creaminess of goat cheese, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Originating from American cuisine, it reflects the seasonal bounty of autumn and is often enjoyed at holiday gatherings or as a refreshing side dish. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different nuts or dressings to suit personal tastes.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons avocado oil
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
1/2 cup sliced red onions
4 cups arugula
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup cranberries
1/2 cup candied pecans
8 fresh figs
4 oz goat cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

goat cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Feta offers a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and provide a crunch.

1

Start by mixing avocado oil, white balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked pepper in a bowl.

2

Add sliced red onions to the bowl and toss with arugula to coat with the dressing.

3

Add the remaining arugula and toss again to coat lightly.

4

Add golden raisins, cranberries, and candied pecans to the salad and toss gently to fluff it up.

5

Add fresh figs to the salad, being careful not to overwork them as they are delicate.

6

Top the salad with goat cheese and add more cracked black pepper if desired.

7

Serve the salad immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Cranberry Fig SaladGoat Cheese Salad

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