What is Speck? Serve it with Figs and Find Out

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
What is Speck? Serve it with Figs and Find Out
20 min.
4
268kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a dish that combines the rich flavors of speck and the sweetness of figs? This delightful recipe not only introduces you to the unique taste of speck—a deliciously smoky, cured ham from the Italian Alps—but also showcases the vibrant freshness of baby arugula and creamy goat cheese. Perfectly gluten-free, this dish is a feast for the senses, offering a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

In just 20 minutes, you can create a stunning salad that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a casual gathering or a cozy dinner at home. The creamy dressing, made from goat cheese and Greek yogurt, adds a tangy richness that beautifully complements the saltiness of the speck and the sweetness of fresh figs. Each bite is a delightful journey, with the peppery arugula providing a refreshing contrast to the other ingredients.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. Impress your family and friends with a dish that not only looks beautiful but also tastes incredible. So, gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into the world of speck and figs—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cup baby arugula packed (lightly )
  • ounce goat cheese fresh softened ()
  • servings kosher salt as needed
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • servings freshly cracked pepper black as needed
  • 0.7 cup greek yogurt plain
  • ounce speck thinly sliced (, then torn into strips)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Make the dressing: Blend goat cheese, yogurt and lime juice in mini food processor or blender until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a small bowl. Season dipping sauce to taste with a pinch each salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. May be made up to 24 hours in advance to this point.
  3. Place the arugula on a serving plate; top with speck and fig halves.
  4. Drizzle the dressing on top to taste and give the salad a few grinds of black pepper.Like this:Like Loading...

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein25.89%
Fat69.24%
Carbs4.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.21
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.348695682443%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.29mg
Kaempferol
10.47mg
Quercetin
2.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:268.31kcal
13.42%
Fat:20.72g
31.88%
Saturated Fat:11.15g
69.72%
Carbohydrates:3.28g
1.09%
Net Carbohydrates:2.74g
1%
Sugar:2.34g
2.6%
Cholesterol:41.78mg
13.93%
Sodium:563.47mg
24.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.43g
34.87%
Vitamin K:33.93µg
32.31%
Vitamin A:1311.1IU
26.22%
Phosphorus:237.91mg
23.79%
Copper:0.46mg
22.8%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.79%
Calcium:167.05mg
16.71%
Selenium:9.26µg
13.23%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.23%
Folate:39µg
9.75%
Iron:1.64mg
9.13%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.65%
Vitamin C:6.75mg
8.18%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.06%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.56%
Magnesium:30.17mg
7.54%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.46%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.32%
Potassium:224.68mg
6.42%
Vitamin B3:1.27mg
6.36%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.29%
Fiber:0.54g
2.14%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.08%
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