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In this video, Judith Jones, one of Mahalo's expert chefs, shows you how to make fig salad with beets and goat cheese.
Ingredients and Equipment
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 tbsp cooked beet root, sliced
- 4 figs, sliced
- 2 tbsp goat cheese
- 1 tbsp toasted walnuts
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp shallots, chopped
- 1/2 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to tastec
You will also need 2 mixing bowls, a spoon and a serving plate or bowl.
Cooking Process
- To make the dressing, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Add the shallots and set aside.
- In a larger mixing bowl, add arugula, goat cheese, beets, figs and walnuts. Toss all ingredients.
- Drizzle the dressing over the top and mix together.
- Serve and enjoy!
Finished Fig Salad With Beets and Goat Cheese
References
Meet Our Experts
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Judith Jones
Judith Jones is the founder of "The Gourmet Travelista," a website dedicated to international travel and cuisine. A citizen of the world, Jones was born in Paraguay, grew up in the United Kingdom and now resides in Los Angeles. In addition to hosting TV shows "What Are We Eating Today" and "Kush Kitchen," Jones is a contributing food and travel writer for "Travel & Leisure" magazine and social networking site "French Tuesdays." "I am the ultimate globetrotting gourmand," says Jones, "I travel to discover the most exhilarating culinary destinations around the globe."
About Figs
Fresh figs contain lots of nutrients that provide a wide array of health benefits. They're rich in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and full of dietary fiber, which can be helpful if you're trying to lose weight.c
