fig & arugula saladmade by Eda

fig & arugula salad

halloumi, fig balsamic

hot flash cook

Hot Flash Cook Fig & Arugula Salad

serves 4

ingredients

  • 5 cups fresh arugula
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  • 8 fresh figs, quartered
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  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
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  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey
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method

  1. Make Candied Walnuts (Lighter) if desired, or use raw walnuts.
  2. Toss arugula with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey.
  3. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Arrange on a plate.
  5. Top with fig quarters, goat cheese, and walnuts.
  6. Serve immediately.

the swaps that make it work

candied walnuts (heavy sugar coat)
→ lightly toasted walnuts with touch of maple syrup
Keeps the nutty flavor and slight sweetness but cuts added sugar and keeps walnuts' omega-3s intact; you can also serve raw for zero added sugar.
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1 tablespoon honey
→ 1 teaspoon honey
Figs are naturally sweet—a little honey goes a long way; this reduces added sugar while keeping the bright finish.
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4 cups arugula
→ 5 cups arugula
Arugula is nutrient-dense and low-calorie; slightly more volume keeps you full without excess calories or sugar.
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nutrition per serving

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Calories
220 kcal11% DV
Protein
8 g16% DV
Fiber
4 g16% DV
Saturated fat
4 g20% DV
Added sugar
3 g6% DV
Sodium
165 mg7% DV

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Recipes are informational — not medical or dietary advice. Draft — review & adjust.