Fig walnut salad
Instructions
Selecting the best walnuts
For the best results, select fresh, raw walnuts that are light in colour. This means they are less bitter and will not detract from the overall taste of the salad. It is also important to store walnuts correctly to maintain their desirable qualities. Keep them in a cool, dry place to preserve their natural oils until you are ready to use them.
Choose ripe figs
Choose figs that are ripe but still firm. They should be soft to the touch but not mushy. Avoid overly hard figs since they will not be as flavourful. Look for ones with smooth, unbroken skin and a rich that will range from purple to green, depending on the variety.
FAQ: Questions about fig walnut salad
In this FAQ section, you can find answers to the frequently asked questions that will help you make the fig walnut salad.
Nutritional values
Nutritional value, per
894 Kcal
| Fibre | 14 gram fibers |
| Protein | 10.3 % |
| Carbohydrates | 52.1 % |
| Fat | 72.4 gram |
Ingredients
| 200 g | |
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Figs
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4 |
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Walnuts
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50 g |
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Baby spinach
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50 g |
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Courgette
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1 |
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Honey
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1 tbsp |
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Apple cider vinegar
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2 tbsp |
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Olive oil
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3 tbsp |
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Salt
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Pepper
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Prepare a sweet fig walnut salad
Ready to add a new salad to your recipe collection? Our sweet fig walnut salad is a top contender when you crave fruity sweetness alongside a bit of nutty crunch. Simple and easy, our version is only made from a handful of carefully chosen ingredients. To join the fruit and nuts, we have included beautiful baby spinach, creamy white cheese, and a fresh vinaigrette for an extra kick.
Creamy and crunchy with white cheese and walnuts
We explore all of our favourite textures in this fig walnut salad, from the creamy white cheese to the crunchy toasted walnuts. The two ingredients give the salad an exciting mouthfeel with every bite. White cheese has a rich and tangy flavour that adds a refreshing touch, while walnuts give the salad a lovely nutty taste and added crunch.
Crisp courgette coated in sweet and zesty vinaigrette
Marvel at the gorgeous green colours that come from crisp courgette ribbons. They are sliced beautifully thin and covered in a sweet and zesty vinaigrette. The natural earthiness from the courgette makes it the ideal partner for an exhilarating dressing.
We have mixed honey and apple cider vinegar to really bring out those contrasting flavours. The olive oil offers a subtle richness and helps the dressing cling to all the ingredients. It is a simple vinaigrette, but it will certainly leave a tasty impression.
A quick and easy side dish
If you need a quick and easy side dish, our fig walnut salad is ideal. The ingredients come together so easily in almost no time. For a light, wholesome meal, serve it alongside juicy grilled chicken breast or a slice of succulent baked salmon.
A quiche or a savoury tart also makes an exquisite companion to the salad, offering a delightful contrast in textures. Cook a big portion and present it with juicy stuffed turkey breast, rich stuffed chicken, or a vegetable quiche.
Include your favourite ingredients
Do you prefer other ingredients? Swap your courgette for cucumber ribbons. Cucumber adds a refreshing, crisp texture and a mild, sweet flavour to the salad. For an earthier touch, use grilled asparagus. They introduce a warm, smoky flavour with a tender yet firm bite. A little trick is to cook them on the pan for a slight char.
Substitute the baby spinach for mixed greens, rocket salad, or baby kale. Mixed greens offer everything from the crisp and sweet to the mildly bitter. Rocket brings a peppery kick that balances the sweet figs and honey vinaigrette. It adds a sharper flavour and slight bitterness to the salad. Baby kale offers a slightly sweet, earthy taste with tender leaves that hold up well in salads.
Substitute the walnuts with pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts to add a slightly different crunch and nuttiness. They all pair perfectly well with the salad, and you can even toast them beforehand.
