Fig, Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Fig, Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad
15 min.
2
375kcal
78.22%sweetness
30.95%saltiness
64.63%sourness
55.04%bitterness
43.59%savoriness
100%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This Fig, Goat Cheese, and Walnut Salad is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors and textures. It's a perfect side dish or starter for any occasion and can be put together in just 15 minutes! The freshness of the mixed salad greens is enhanced by the sweetness of ripe figs and the creamy tang of soft goat cheese. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a simple lemon and olive oil dressing ties everything together beautifully. This salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. It's also vegetarian and gluten-free, making it an inclusive dish for a variety of dietary preferences. The beautiful presentation of this salad makes it a stunning addition to any table, and it's sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a flavorful starter, this Fig, Goat Cheese, and Walnut Salad is a perfect choice.

Ingredients

  •  figs fresh sliced
  • 10 teaspoons goat cheese soft
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • cups the salad mixed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • handful walnuts roughly chopped ()

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Rinse, dry (spin or lay on a towel to air-dry) salad greens. Tear into bite-size pieces if necessary.Slice the figs.Roughly chop the walnuts.Take a small spoon and lightly drop small pieces of the goat cheese over the salad.
    2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad. You can mix the olive oil and lemon juice using the measurements above as a guide or just drizzle them over the salad before serving.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories375kcal
    Protein8.56%
    Fat66.95%
    Carbs24.49%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    40.5
    Glycemic Load
    10.15
    Inflammation Score
    -7
    Nutrition Score
    12.530869565217%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    0.91mg
    Pelargonidin
    0.01mg
    Catechin
    1.59mg
    Epicatechin
    0.5mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.73mg
    Hesperetin
    2.17mg
    Naringenin
    0.21mg
    Apigenin
    0.01mg
    Luteolin
    0.02mg
    Quercetin
    5.53mg

    Taste

    Sweetness:
    78.22%
    Saltiness:
    30.95%
    Sourness:
    64.63%
    Bitterness:
    55.04%
    Savoriness:
    43.59%
    Fattiness:
    100%
    Spiciness:
    0%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:374.76kcal
    18.74%
    Fat:29.43g
    45.27%
    Saturated Fat:6.57g
    41.05%
    Carbohydrates:24.22g
    8.07%
    Net Carbohydrates:20.27g
    7.37%
    Sugar:17.29g
    19.21%
    Cholesterol:11.5mg
    3.83%
    Sodium:303.12mg
    13.18%
    Protein:8.46g
    16.92%
    Manganese:0.76mg
    37.78%
    Vitamin C:21.92mg
    26.57%
    Copper:0.52mg
    26.2%
    Vitamin A:1085.75IU
    21.72%
    Fiber:3.95g
    15.8%
    Vitamin B6:0.31mg
    15.55%
    Phosphorus:154.5mg
    15.45%
    Vitamin E:2.3mg
    15.32%
    Vitamin K:13.98µg
    13.32%
    Magnesium:52.21mg
    13.05%
    Folate:48.9µg
    12.23%
    Potassium:423.48mg
    12.1%
    Vitamin B2:0.2mg
    11.75%
    Vitamin B1:0.15mg
    10.02%
    Iron:1.75mg
    9.73%
    Calcium:93.66mg
    9.37%
    Zinc:0.98mg
    6.52%
    Vitamin B5:0.65mg
    6.47%
    Vitamin B3:1.02mg
    5.1%
    Selenium:1.89µg
    2.7%
    Source:Foodista
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