My fig tree is currently bearing beautiful, sweet figs, so I simply had to make something delicious and fresh before their time is up.

With their subtle sweet taste and tender flesh, they work so well in a salad without overpowering the rest of the ingredients.

See below for this yummy recipe!

Fig, Blackberry & Arugula salad with a Honey Balsamic Dressing

I love how everything in this recipe just works so well together. The figs balance the tartness of blackberries, feta ensures for a rich, creamy taste, almonds add that desired crunchy texture, and it all pairs so beautifully with honey and balsamic dressing!

Ingredients:

For the salad

• 4 cups arugula( washed and dried) 

• 6-8 Fresh Figs washed, stems removed and quartered or smaller 

• 1 cup of fresh blackberries 

• 1/2 cup of feta

• 1/2 cup sliced pecans ( honey roasted is good too)

• 3-4 basil leaves chiffonade 

For the dressing

• 2 Tbs balsamic vinegar 

• 1 Tbs raw honey 

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard 

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 

• 1 clove of garlic smashed 

• Salt and pepper to taste 

Directions:

• Whisk the dressing ingredients together and set aside 

• Arrange the arugula in a salad bowl, add the figs, feta, almonds, and fresh blackberries. 

• Just before serving, add the dressing and toss.

• Add some edible flowers for a gorgeous pop of color and extra nutrients.

• Enjoy it on its own or as a side dish.

Read more: 14 Edible flowers to delight your palate and plate

I love eating produce that is currently in season, as there are so many benefits to doing so, and they just have so much more intense flavor!

Seasonal Eating - The why and how, with monthly seasonal produce lists

Looking for more fig recipes? I think you’ll love these too:

Arugula and spinach salad with apples, salted caramel almonds, and dried (or fresh) figs

Fig and caramelized onion galette

Love, Annette xx

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