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Roka Salad with Fig-Balsamic Dressing

Name: Roka Salad with Fig-Balsamic Dressing
Yield: 4
Ingredients: ¼ cup fig-infused balsamic vinegar or regular balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon stoneground or dijon mustard; 2 dried figs, minced; ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil; salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 10-ounce bag arugula, prewashed; 3 dried figs, finely chopped; 2 tablespoon (1 ounce) shaved kefalograviera cheese or pecorino romano cheese; 1 to 2 tablespoon (or 1 ounce) chopped almonds

October 23, 2014

The Greek Diet

I can’t seem to get enough of this salad; the peppery flavor of arugula pairs beautifully with the slightly sweet, delightfully tart fig-balsamic vinaigrette; and the almonds add crunch to balance it out just right. — Maria Loi and Sarah Toland, The Greek Diet

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Servings

243

Calories Per Serving

Notes

If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a little more minced fig. If you like a spicier dressing, stir in a little additional mustard and freshly ground black pepper.

If you opt for a different salad dressing, make sure it has either a Greek yogurt or olive oil base.

Ingredients

For the fig-balsamic dressing

¼ Cup fig-infused balsamic vinegar or regular balsamic vinegar
1 Teaspoon stoneground or Dijon mustard
2 dried figs, minced
¼ Cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the salad

1 10-ounce bag arugula, prewashed
3 dried figs, finely chopped
2 Tablespoons (1 ounce) shaved Kefalograviera cheese or Pecorino Romano cheese
1 to 2 Tablespoon (or 1 ounce) chopped almonds

Directions

For the fig-balsamic dressing

In a food processor or blender, combine the balsamic vinegar, mustard, figs, and ¼ cup water. Blend until the ingredients are well incorporated, about 30 seconds.

With the food processor or blender running, slowly add the olive oil in a thin stream. Blend until the dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer to an airtight container, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

For the salad

In a large serving bowl, combine the arugula, figs, shaved cheese, and almonds. Toss with a small amount of dressing until coated. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Facts

Servings4

Calories Per Serving243

Total Fat17g27%

Sugar14gN/A

Saturated3g16%

Cholesterol7mg2%

Protein5g11%

Carbs19g6%

Vitamin A96µg11%

Vitamin B60.1mg6.8%

Vitamin C12mg20%

Vitamin E3mg15%

Vitamin K89µg100%

Calcium226mg23%

Fiber4g14%

Folate (food)74µgN/A

Folate equivalent (total)74µg19%

Iron2mg9%

Magnesium57mg14%

Monounsaturated11gN/A

Niacin (B3)0.6mg2.9%

Phosphorus117mg17%

Polyunsaturated2gN/A

Potassium462mg13%

Riboflavin (B2)0.1mg8.8%

Sodium410mg17%

Zinc0.7mg4.8%