Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min

Elegant salad featuring fresh figs, nuts, and cheese arranged on crisp greens.

Ingredients


  • 5 oz baby arugula
  • 6–8 fresh figs, quartered
  • 4 oz Laura Chenel Orange Blossom Honey Fresh Goat Cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tbsp thinly sliced shallots
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or fig balsamic for extra richness)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper



Instructions



1.Make the dressing:

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon, salt, and pepper until emulsified.


2. Assemble the salad:

In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, figs, shallots, and nuts.


3. Add the goat cheese:

Gently scatter goat cheese over the top.


4. Dress & toss:

Drizzle with dressing and toss lightly to coat, being careful not to mash the figs or goat cheese.


5. Serve:

Plate immediately and enjoy with a crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc or dry Rosé for a perfect seasonal pairing.