Spring is coming and we feel like eating more salads. They are a healthy and refreshing way to incorporate a variety of fresh and nutritious ingredients into our diet.
Salads can be very versatile in terms of flavour combinations and textures. If you're looking for a unique and delicious recipe, here's El Pajarero dried figs with rocket, lettuce varieties, spinach, slivered almonds and goat's cheese. This salad combines the sweetness of the dried figs, the freshness of the greens and the saltiness of the goat's cheese, all with a special dressing of honey and balsamic vinegar. Here are the ingredients and step-by-step instructions for you to prepare at your leisure.
Ingredients for 4 portions
-25 grams of rocket
-50 grams baby lettuce mix
-100 grams of baby spinach
-1 cup of dried figs El Pajarero
-1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
-1/4 cup slivered almonds
-2 tablespoons honey
-2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
-1/4 cup olive oil
-Salt and pepper to taste
You can adjust the quantities according to your needs and preferences.
If you like, you can prepare the dressing a few hours in advance (maximum 24 hours) for a more intense flavour.
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the rocket leaves, lettuce varieties and spinach. You can use a salad spinner or simply dry them with kitchen paper. Then, mix all the leaves together in a large bowl and set aside.
2. Cut the El Pajarero dried figs into quarters and add them to the salad. Also add the crumbled goat's cheese and slivered almonds. These ingredients will add sweetness and texture to the salad.
3. In a small bowl, combine the honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended and creamy. This honey and balsamic vinegar dressing will add a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavours to the salad.
4. Pour the dressing mixture over the salad and mix well so that all the ingredients are coated. You can use tongs or two spoons to make sure everything is well soaked.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious El Pajarero dried fig salad with rocket, lettuce varieties, spinach and goat's cheese. This salad is perfect as a main course for a light meal or as a side dish for any occasion.
Salads with cheese and nuts are a great way to introduce more vegetables and fruit into our diet in an easy and delicious way. The real star of this recipe is the El Pajarero dried figs, which provide that characteristic sweetness as well as texture.
It can be enjoyed as a main dish or side dish, at lunch or dinner. Plus, it's easy to follow, and you can prepare it quickly.
We know you won't regret adding this El Pajarero dried fig salad to your recipe book. And if you want more recipes with figs, here you will find both sweet and savoury recipes :)
Enjoy this refreshing salad. Enjoy!