Fig & Arugula Salad

This fig and arugula salad is an easy, beautiful side that pairs so well with your favorite main course.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups arugula
• fresh figs, quartered
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 tbsp Fig Balsamic Star
• ¼ cup Orange Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Pink Crystal Salt and Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread walnuts in a single layer on a small baking sheet. Roast for 5-10 minutes until fragrant and toasted, stirring halfway through. Alternatively, you can toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally until fragrant and lightly toasted, about 5-6 minutes. Let cool while you prepare the vinaigrette.
2. In a small bowl or jar with tight fitting lid, combine balsamic vinegar honey, salt, pepper and olive oil and whisk or shake well.
3. Place the arugula, walnuts, goat cheese, and figs in a salad bowl.
4. Gently toss salad with desired amount of dressing and serve.