FRESH FIG AND FETA SALAD WITH TOASTED WALNUTS
It's fig time here in SW France, and I have been busy making up new fig recipes, as well as making jams, pickles, alcohol steeped figs and chutneys with all our harvest! This was thrown together one Sunday afternoon as a starter for a lazy Al Fresco Sunday lunch - and since then I have had requests for it nearly every day! If you are lucky enough to have a fig tree, try and garnish the individual plates with a couple of washed leaves - it really adds a certain panache to the appearance of the salad! I have made this with Chevre - Goat's Cheese as well as Feta, and it was just as delicious. Amounts given are for a starter for 6 people - and assuming that the figs are medium to large in size; please adjust the quantities if necessary. Toasting the walnuts beforehand is well worth the effort, and if you toast more than is needed, any excess can be stored in an airtight container.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toasted Walnuts:.
- In a large, heavy frying pan, over a high heat, toast the walnuts for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove and set aside to cool.
- Vinaigrette:.
- Put the vinegar and a good pinch of salt and black pepper in a screw-top jar and shake until the salt has dissolved. Add the mustard and walnut oil, then shake again to emulsify - the emulsion will hold for ten minutes or so, but give it another jiggle just before you use it to dress the salad.
- Salad:.
- Wipe the fresh figs gently, and cut them in half. Arrange them on a large platter, OR on individual plates - allowing 4 to 5 fresh figs per person, depending on the size.
- Sprinkle 1 to 1 1/2 ozs of crumbled feta or goat's cheese per person, over the top of the fresh figs.
- Scatter the chopped,toasted walnuts over the fig salad.
- Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, and garnish each plate with 1 - 2 fresh fig leaves if available.
- Serve with crusty bread and butter.
- Can also be served as a dessert/cheese course combined.
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Nhlanhla TKZ
[email protected]This salad was a disaster! The figs were rotten and the feta cheese was moldy. The dressing was also very sour.
Mohammad Hejazi
[email protected]This salad was not good. The figs were not ripe and the feta cheese was too salty. The dressing was also very bland.
Md joy Khan
[email protected]This salad was okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with a more flavorful dressing.
SHAHZAD koko
[email protected]This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a less sweet dressing. The figs were also a bit too ripe, which made them a bit mushy.
Logan Kellett
[email protected]This salad is delicious! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. The figs are sweet and juicy, the feta is tangy and salty, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The dressing is also very good. I would definitely recommend this salad.
Lindo Ntuli
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The figs are perfectly ripe and the feta cheese is creamy and tangy. The dressing is also very good. I would definitely recommend this salad.
Deneth Matthew
[email protected]This salad is a great way to showcase fresh figs. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. The figs are sweet and juicy, the feta is tangy and salty, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The dressing is also very good. I would definitely rec
Maria Pacheco
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The figs were so sweet and juicy, and the feta cheese and walnuts added a nice salty and crunchy touch. The dressing was also very good. I would definitely recommend this salad.
Ikonikboy12 Alex
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up fresh figs. It's also very easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of sweet figs, tangy feta, and crunchy walnuts. The dressing is also very good. I would definitely recommend this sala
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[email protected]I loved this salad! It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I used fresh figs from my garden and they were perfect. The feta cheese and walnuts added a nice salty and crunchy touch. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Denis Varela
[email protected]This salad was delicious! The figs were perfectly ripe and the feta cheese was creamy and flavorful. The dressing was light and tangy, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and re
Justine Nakitende
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about it. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The figs were so sweet and juicy, the feta was tangy and salty, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be maki
RIPON 420 TV
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a refreshing and healthy summer salad.
RODI KHALAF
[email protected]This salad was a delightful burst of flavors! The combination of sweet figs, tangy feta, and crunchy walnuts was perfect. I also loved the dressing, which was light and flavorful. Overall, this dish was a hit with my family and friends. I'll definite