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!

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