Goat cheese salad with figs

3 servings

25 minutes

Goat cheese salad with figs is the embodiment of Mediterranean lightness and harmony of flavors. Its roots trace back to Italian cuisine, where simplicity and quality of ingredients play a key role. Tender goat cheese, sweet figs, and savory Parma ham create a rich palette of flavors complemented by the freshness of arugula and cherry tomatoes. The dressing made from olive oil and balsamic vinegar highlights the natural sweetness and salty notes of the dish. This salad is perfect for a light dinner or festive table, pairing well with white wine and crispy bread. It delights not only in taste but also in aesthetics — the vibrant colors of the ingredients make it a true decoration for any feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 631.6
• Proteins: 17.6g
• Fats: 56.3g
• Carbohydrates: 13.5g

Ingredients

• Fig: 4 pc
• Parma ham: 100 g
• Goat cheese: 100 g
• Arugula: 100 g
• Red onion: 1 head
• Olive oil: 6 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Balsamic vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Ground white pepper: to taste
• Cherry tomatoes: 12 pc
• Olive: 12 pc

Cooking steps

1. Slice the ham and lightly fry it in a dry pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parma ham: 100 g

2. Slice the fig.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fig: 4 pieces

3. Cut the onion into thin rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 1 head

4. Mix ham and figs with arugula leaves. Add onion, halved tomatoes, olives, and grated goat cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parma ham: 100 g
   • Fig: 4 pieces
   • Arugula: 100 g
   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
   • Olive: 12 pieces
   • Goat cheese: 100 g

5. Dress the salad with olive oil mixed with balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
   • Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground white pepper:  to taste