Roasted Figs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
120 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Australian
Roasted Figs
Description
The recipe starts by halving fresh figs and peeling and slicing a red onion, then arranging them together in a baking dish. Drizzling olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the fruit and onion adds moisture and a balanced acidity that enhances the natural sweetness of the figs. A sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper seasons the dish, and fresh thyme contributes subtle aromatic herbal flavors during roasting.
Roasting at 400°F (200°C) for 20 to 25 minutes softens the figs until fully tender and allows the sugars in both the figs and onions to caramelize, intensifying their sweetness and complexity. The result is a warm, soft-textured dish combining sweet, savory, and slightly tangy elements.
This preparation can be served right from the oven or at room temperature, making it a versatile addition to meals. The simple ingredient combination highlights the figs' flavor while introducing a pleasing contrast with onions and herbal notes.
Ingredients
- 8 figs halved, fresh
- 1 red onion peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- thyme a few sprigs, fresh
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400ºF/200ºC
- Place the fig halves and onion slices in a baking dish.8 fresh figs1 red onion
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle over the salt and pepper.1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper
- Add the thyme leaves and roast for 20-25 minutes until the figs have softened fully. a few sprigs of fresh thyme
- Serve with extra thyme, hot from the oven or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 143IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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