Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 6 – 8 fresh black mission figs, sliced and/or halved
- 2 – 4 cups fresh baby arugula
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/3 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
For the Balsamico Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 – 5 Tbsp. balsamico vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp. honey
- 1/8 tsp. freshly cracked sea salt
- 1/8 tsp. freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Instructions
- Prepare the Salad
- Place the baby arugula on individual salad plates.
- Scatter the figs over the arugula.
- Sprinkle on the walnuts and the gorgonzola cheese.
- Drizzle with the vinaigrette or pass it around to your guests.
- Prepare the Balsamico Vinaigrette
- Blend all ingredients.
- Make any adjustments necessary for your taste preferences.
- Add more honey, if you like your vinaigrette more sweet, or add more balsamic vinegar or Dijon mustard if you like your vinaigrette more tart.
