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Grilled Fig, Goat Cheese and Pistachio Salad
Sweet grilled figs, tangy goat cheese, pistachios and a maple balsamic vinaigrette all top this flavorful salad.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 233 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
Salad
- 5 ounces arugula
- 8 fresh figs, halved lengthwise
- olive oil, kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat grill to medium high heat and oil the grill grates. Brush the cut side of the figs with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the figs cut side down for approximately 2 minutes or until they have grill marks and soften slightly.
- In a large serving bowl add the arugula and top with crumbled goat cheese, the grilled figs and pistachios.
- Whisk together all of the ingredients for the vinaigrette and either pour over the salad just before serving or serve it on the side.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
233kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
7mg
(2%)
Sodium
107mg
(4%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
22g
(44%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.