Italian fig and mozzarella salad
This delicious italian fig and mozzarella salad features caramelized fresh figs and buffalo mozzarella, and is awesomely vegetarian and gluten-free.
Serving: 2
Calories: 442kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ball buffalo mozzarella
- 2 slightly ripe figs, halved
- 1 tablespoon honey, optional
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
- ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar, to drizzle
- sea salt and pepper
- handful of fresh arugula leaves, to decorate
Instructions
- Place the mozzarella on kitchen paper to absorb excess water.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Drizzle the figs with honey (if using), then arrange flat side down on the pan, and grill for 1- 2 mins until slightly caramelized. Remove the figs from the pan and allow to cool a little.
- In a small jar mix together 1 tablespoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste, close the lid and shake for a few seconds, until combined.
- Cut the mozzarella into wedges and set aside.
- Arrange a handful of arugula leaves on a plate, top with mozzarella wedges and caramelized figs, drizzle the vinaigrette all over and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 464mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3405IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2538mg | Iron: 1mg
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