Grilled Fresh Figs and Blue Cheese
Elevate your appetizer game with this easy yet elegant recipe for Grilled Fresh Figs and Blue Cheese! Perfectly ripe figs are lightly brushed with olive oil and grilled to caramelized perfection, enhancing their natural sweetness. Topped with creamy, tangy crumbles of blue cheese that gently melt into the warm fruit, this dish is a symphony of contrasting flavors and textures. A drizzle of golden honey, a sprinkle of fresh thyme, and a touch of sea salt and cracked black pepper add layers of complexity, while an optional balsamic glaze provides a tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gourmet dish is the ultimate sweet-and-savory treat, ideal for entertaining or enjoying as a special snack.
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces fresh figs
- 100 grams blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Rinse the fresh figs gently under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut each fig in half lengthwise.
Step 3
Brush the cut side of each fig with a light coating of olive oil using a pastry brush.
Step 4
Place the figs cut-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear and the flesh softens slightly.
Step 5
Remove the grilled figs from the grill and place them on a serving platter, cut-side up.
Step 6
Crumble blue cheese evenly over the grilled figs while they are still warm so it softens slightly and melds with the figs' surface.
Step 7
Lightly drizzle the figs with honey for a touch of sweetness.
Step 8
Sprinkle the figs with a pinch of sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves for added flavor and aroma.
Step 9
Optional: Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the figs for a tangy-sweet finish.
Step 10
Serve immediately while the figs are warm. Enjoy this delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (574.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 935.9 |
| Total Fat 43.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 75mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1746.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 121.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 106.7g | |
| Protein 24.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 20IU | 0% |
| Calcium 682.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1232.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories