Spinach Fig and Goat Cheese Salad with Orange Honey Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Spinach Fig and Goat Cheese Salad with Orange Honey Dressing, a perfect blend of fresh, sweet, and tangy flavors! Crisp baby spinach is topped with luscious fresh figs, creamy crumbled goat cheese, and optional toasted pecans for a delightful crunch. The star of the dish is the homemade orange honey dressing, made with freshly squeezed orange juice, golden honey, and a touch of olive oil and white wine vinegar, delivering an irresistible citrusy sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this stunning salad is a show-stopper for dinner parties, a light lunch, or as an elegant side dish. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients and gourmet flavors, it’s a nutritious and delicious addition to your table!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 6 Fresh figs
- 4 oz Goat cheese
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 3 tbsp Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp White wine vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Pecans (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach. Add the spinach to a large salad bowl or serving platter.
Step 2
Slice the fresh figs into quarters and distribute them evenly over the spinach.
Step 3
Crumble the goat cheese into small chunks and sprinkle it over the salad.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh orange juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.
Step 5
Drizzle the orange honey dressing over the salad just before serving.
Step 6
If desired, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Allow them to cool slightly before adding them as a garnish to the salad.
Step 7
Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients or leave it arranged for a more visually appealing presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (708.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1393.3 |
| Total Fat 98.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 89.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1809.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.8g | |
| Protein 33.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 417.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1661.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories