Fig & pomegranate salad
Ingredients
Salad
spring mix lettuce for 4 people (4-5 ounces)
6 figs, fresh or dried, sliced into thin wedges
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (or more)
1 avocado, peeled, cut into 1 inch pieces and tossed with 1 tsp. lemon juice
2 ounce goat cheese, crumbled (optional) firm ricotta ok instead
Balsamic Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoon good balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
EXTRACT POMEGRANATE SEEDS: Roll pomegranate on counter to loosen seeds. Cut pomegranate in half. Taking the first half, hold pomegranate seed side down over a bowl. Smack the outside with a wooden spoon (hard!) to release the seeds. Repeat with the other half. Note 1.
MAKE BALSAMIC DRESSING: Place all dressing ingredients in a lidded container. Shake until blended. Alternatively, whisk ingredients together until well blended.
ASSEMBLE SALAD: Place lettuce in a large, wide-mouthed bowl. Sprinkle over top the figs, avocado (if using), goat cheese (if using) and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle on dressing just before serving.
About Sand n Straw Community Farm
Sand n Straw is a family farm located in the heart of Vista, California. We utilize organic and regenerative agricultural practices to grow delicious, healthy produce for our community. We offer a CSA program with fresh weekly produce, gardening classes, family farm tours, a nature school, farm to table dinners and more!