Fig Salad with Goat's Milk Yogurt and Pepper Cress

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Fig Salad with Goat's Milk Yogurt and Pepper Cress
45 min.
6
353kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and creamy - the Fig Salad with Goat's Milk Yogurt and Pepper Cress. This exquisite dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also offers a unique dining experience suitable for any meal of the day. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party, or simply indulge in a refreshing snack, this salad is sure to become a favorite.

Imagine the flavor of ripe black Mission figs, their natural sweetness enhanced by a sprinkle of Fleur de sel, which elevates their taste to new heights. The creamy goat cheese and tangy goat’s milk yogurt create a luscious base that harmonizes beautifully with the vibrant pepper cress, adding a crisp texture and a hint of peppery bite. Fresh mint leaves lend a fragrant note that completes this delightful medley.

The use of honey and fresh lemon juice brings a zestiness that dances on your palate, while the subtle kick from the Indonesian long pepper adds an unexpected twist that will leave your taste buds tingling with joy. Perfect for serving as a side dish or charming antipasti, this Fig Salad not only pleases the eye with its beautiful presentation but also embraces healthy indulgence, with just 353 calories per serving. Let's embark on this gourmet journey and treat ourselves to a flavor experience that’s both wholesome and luxurious!

Ingredients

  • 24  mission figs black ripe halved lengthwise
  • servings fleur del sel 
  • 0.5 cup goat cheese fresh crumbled soft
  • 0.5 cup goat's milk yogurt 
  • teaspoons honey 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  •  indonesian long pepper dried
  • cup mint leaves loosely packed ()
  • servings olive oil extra-virgin
  • cups watercress thick trimmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (scant)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together first 5 ingredients inmedium bowl. Season with salt and reserve.
  2. Sprinkle figs with fleur de sel; set incenter of plate.
  3. Drizzle dressing on figs;scatter pepper cress and mint over. Seasonwith olive oil and Indonesian pepper.
  4. * A type of sea salt; available at somesupermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
  5. ** Also known as Balinese long pepper;available at specialty foods stores, Middle
  6. Eastern markets, and from zingermans.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein7.02%
Fat46.94%
Carbs46.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.21
Glycemic Load
20.95
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.110434856104%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
3.18mg
Epicatechin
1mg
Eriodictyol
2.56mg
Hesperetin
1.49mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.42mg
Luteolin
0.97mg
Kaempferol
5.22mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
17.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:353.17kcal
17.66%
Fat:19.54g
30.07%
Saturated Fat:5.38g
33.62%
Carbohydrates:43.12g
14.37%
Net Carbohydrates:36.59g
13.3%
Sugar:35.8g
39.78%
Cholesterol:10.94mg
3.65%
Sodium:287.64mg
12.51%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Protein:6.58g
13.15%
Vitamin K:74.9µg
71.33%
Vitamin A:1561.86IU
31.24%
Fiber:6.53g
26.13%
Vitamin C:18.34mg
22.23%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.29%
Potassium:634.91mg
18.14%
Calcium:170.66mg
17.07%
Vitamin E:2.52mg
16.79%
Copper:0.33mg
16.6%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.23%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.65%
Magnesium:51.03mg
12.76%
Phosphorus:119.13mg
11.91%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.39%
Iron:1.65mg
9.18%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
8.96%
Folate:26.11µg
6.53%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.6%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.34%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%
Selenium:1.44µg
2.06%
Source:Epicurious