Best 8 Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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Fig balsamic vinaigrette is a versatile and flavorful dressing that can be used on salads, grilled vegetables, and even as a marinade for meats. The combination of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors makes this dressing a perfect complement to a variety of dishes. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for fig balsamic vinaigrette, highlighting the key ingredients and techniques that make this dressing so delicious. We will also provide tips for storing and using fig balsamic vinaigrette to ensure that it retains its freshness and flavor.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH FIG BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fig balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
One 6-ounce bag baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Put the balsamic vinegar in a small bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the spinach, cranberries and almonds with some of the vinaigrette. Toss to mix and serve.

FIG BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Sweet and Tangy. Makes any salad Exciting! ... and what I did with all those extra figs! This was inspired by my friend, Ellen.

Provided by Sweetiebarbara

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 1/2 cups, 68-70 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fig (fresh)
1 cup water (filtered)
2 ounces shallots (very thinly sliced)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Simmer Figs in water until very soft.
  • Puree with hand held wand.
  • Keep on low heat, and continue until it reaches a thick consistency.
  • Sweat shallots over medium low heat in olive oil, and cook until tender (about 15 minutes).
  • Add sugar and cook another 5 minutes.
  • Add to fig mix and puree again.
  • Add vinegar.
  • Bottle and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2, Protein 0.1

FIG VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, condiments

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small shallot, finely diced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 ripe figs, peeled and mashed
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Put shallot in a small bowl. Cover with vinegars and season with salt and pepper. Macerate for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mustard and mashed figs and mix well. Whisk in olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 561, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 752 milligrams, Sugar 39 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BALSAMIC FIG VINEGAR



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Make and share this Balsamic Fig Vinegar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 1 quart, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 -2 cup fresh fig
1 quart balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring figs, vinegar, and sugar to a simmer in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally over low heat, for 10 minutes. Cover, and let cool completely.
  • Working in batches, puree mixture in a food processor until smooth.
  • Strain through a fine sieve into a large nonreactive bowl.
  • Line sieve with cheesecloth or coffee filter, and place over another large nonreactive bowl. Pour strained mixture into sieve. (Do not press solids in sieve.) Cover with plastic wrap, and let mixture strain in refrigerator overnight (or up to 2 days).
  • Uncover, and remove sieve from bowl. Discard solids. Pour vinegar into a resealable nonreactive bottle or jar.
  • (Vinegar can be refrigerated for up to 1 month.).

Nutrition Facts :

BALSAMIC FIG SAUCE



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This sauce is the perfect accompaniment to Chicken Paillards with Prosciutto and Figs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh figs, preferably Black Mission, chopped into 3/4-inch pieces
1/3 cup red wine
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste
Pinch of salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 sprig fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients with 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer; cook, partially covered, until fruit has broken down, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly; remove thyme sprig. Press mixture through a large-holed sieve with a rubber spatula.

OUR FAVORITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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This vinaigrette does not separate for at least 30 minutes once you shake it! Simple, sweet, and savory.

Provided by Singer6

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a glass jar with a lid. Replace lid on the jar and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 38 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

FIG VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 2 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups dried figs, roughly chopped
2 cups red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/2 cup olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine figs, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until it reaches the consistency of a fruit preserve, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in orange juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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This is a tangy vinaigrette--wonderful on mixed greens, tomato, onion and cucumber salads. It's also good if used sparingly over steamed veggies or stir-frys. Sometimes I use traditional balsamic vinegar. However, this will produce a slightly sweeter vinaigrette.

Provided by GARYR

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 clove crushed garlic
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 pinch salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, garlic, and mustard powder. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Stir in minced fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Fat 18.9 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 5.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • Always use fresh, ripe figs for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the vinaigrette to taste, such as honey, Dijon mustard, or minced garlic.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor. A standard ratio for vinaigrette is 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar.
  • Whisk the vinaigrette vigorously until it is well combined and emulsified.
  • Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Use the vinaigrette immediately or store it in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Fig balsamic vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and grilled meats. It is also a great marinade for chicken, fish, and tofu. The sweetness of the figs and the tanginess of the balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly, creating a delicious and flavorful dressing. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give fig balsamic vinaigrette a try. You won't be disappointed!

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