Greek Fig Arugula Salad
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 teaspoons minced shallots
- 1 tsp minced garlic (optional)
- 1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp of maple syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt or fine sea salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- For the salad
- 2 med bags of baby arugula
- 6 med mission figs (sliced in half)
- 1/3 cup roasted pecans
- 1/2 cup vegan feta (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup blackberries sliced
- Assemble the salad then make the vinaigrette
Preparation
In a small bowl, stir together shallots, garlic, 1 tablespoon vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in avocado oil, whisking, until emulsified. Taste the dressing. If you like it to have a more tart flavor, add an additional 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons vinegar. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper