Salade de Figues

Salade de Figues is a vibrant Moroccan salad that beautifully combines sweet fresh figs with savory elements, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This refreshing dish is perfect as a light appetizer or a side salad, showcasing the richness of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Fresh figs - 200 grams (about 8 figs)
• Arugula - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Walnuts - 30 grams, roughly chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh mint leaves - 10 grams, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and dry the fresh figs, then cut them into quarters.
2. In a large bowl, combine the arugula, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3. Add the quartered figs and walnuts to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
6. Garnish the salad with chopped fresh mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• High in antioxidants, promoting heart health.

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