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Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Blue Cheese

Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Blue Cheese served on a bed of baby arugula with a light vinaigrette. A delicious combination of salt, acid and sweet.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 221 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 large figs
  • 6 cups baby arugula
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese ((2 ounces) crumbled)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 thin strips prosciutto (cut in half lengthwise (2 ounces total))
  • 1 tablespoon golden balsamic vinegar
  • pinch salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Divide and arrange arugula on 4 salad plates or one platter.
  2. Starting at the stem end, cut figs in half nearly through but leave the blossom end in tact.
  3. Press 1/2 tablespoon cheese in the center then press halves back together. Wrap each fig with prosciutto half and secure with a toothpick.
  4. GRILL: Preheat the grill to high heat, grill 5 minutes turning often until crisp. Remove and set aside.
  5. AIR FRYER: Preheat the air fryer 400F 3 minutes. Air fry the figs 5 to 6 minutes, until crisp. Remove and set aside.
  6. Place figs over arugula and drizzle with vinaigrette.

Notes

  • You can prep them up to 1 day ahead and leave them refrigerated.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2figs Calories 221kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 7.5g (15%) Fat 10.5g (16%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 20.5mg (7%) Sodium 572mg (24%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 22g (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221

% Daily Value*

Serving 2figs
Calories 221kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 7.5g 15%
Fat 10.5g 16%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 20.5mg 7%
Sodium 572mg 24%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 22g 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.