Arugula Fig and Walnut Salad
Try this arugula fig and walnut salad for a delicious, elegant dish perfect for guests or an easy weekday lunch.
Servings: 3
Calories: 241kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup homemade vegan feta
- ½ cup walnut dressing
- 5 cups arugula
- ½ cup dried figs, sliced (or 1 cup fresh figs, sliced)
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Make ahead the homemade vegan feta cheese according to recipe instructions. Let it marinate for 24 hours.
- Make the walnut dressing according to recipe instructions. Set it aside.
- In a large bowl, add arugula, sliced figs, red onion, walnuts, and crumbled vegan feta. Gently stir ingredients to combine.
- Drizzle walnut dressing over the top, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Dress the salad just before serving for the best texture.
- Toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet for 2 to 3 minutes enhances their flavor.
- Slice figs thinly to distribute the sweetness evenly throughout the salad.
- Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Assemble and dress right before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 810IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 2mg
