You know what figs are, but do you know their full potential? Figs boast an array of nutrients. They’re known for their fiber content. But they also contain more potassium, iron, and calcium than many other fruits, says the California Fig Advisory Board. Plus, they’re sodium-, fat-, and cholesterol-free. They also contain a natural chemical that extends moistness and freshness in baked goods.
So why not add some figs to your day? This naturally sweet fruit will bring an ideal touch of sweetness to any dish. Try one of the fig recipes below. You’ll quickly learn about the wonderful world of figs and see what you’ve been missing.
1. Roasted Fig Greek Yogurt Parfait
Start your day off right with
this protein-packed breakfast that is also high in fiber, thanks to the figs.
If you’ve never tried whole sorghum, it tastes like popcorn.
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2. Honey, Figs, and Ricotta Crostini
You’ll swoon over this tasty,
easy, and healthy recipe. Toast the bread, smear the ricotta, top with the figs
and hazelnuts. Drizzle the honey. Now, savor your fig-filled delight.
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3. Stuffed Figs with Honey-Balsamic Syrup
This recipe’s syrup makes it stand
apart from other fig-cheese-nut recipes. Consider slightly caramelizing the
syrup and softening the cheese by running the figs under the broiler.
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4. Raw Vegan Fig Vanilla Jam
The chia seeds
thicken this jam and the vanilla paste gives it a lovely aroma. These make for
a simple and no-cook jam that is gluten-free, vegan, nondairy, grain-free, and nut-free.
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5. Polenta with Tomato Bacon Fig Jam
Jam doesn’t
have to always be ultra fruity and sweet. This tomato-based jam is full of
sweet, salty, and tangy flavors, and pairs wonderfully with a thyme and
Parmesan-infused polenta.
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6. Fig and Ricotta Flatbread Pizza
This flat bread style crust — boasting
a salty-sweet taste combination — is like a fabulous salad, but on a pizza
crust. And the healthy and tasty crust is made with brown rice and other whole
grains.
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7. Grilled Brie with Figs and Thyme Honey
Five ingredients, and it only
takes 10 minutes to prepare. Learn how to create a simple but elegant appetizer
that your guests will rave about.
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8. Prosciutto-Roasted Figs
Here, you’ll find a delightful combination
of melted blue cheese, warm figs, velvety prosciutto, and sweet honey. Think it
sounds complicated? Fear not: This sophisticated appetizer can be prepared in
advance and is easy to make. Serve with wine, almonds, or a wedge of manchego
cheese.
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9. Fig Balsamic Vinegar Relish
Give the relish’s flavors time to
flourish by making it one to two days before you plan to serve it. Store it in
a sealed container in the refrigerator.
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10. Warm Goat Cheese, Figs, and Caramelized Onion Salad
A warm salad? You heard that
right, and it’s worth trying. You’ll love the melted goat cheese and fig
combination that this dish offers. And the caramelized onions make it even
better.
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11. Spicy Greens Salad with Dried Figs
This recipe’s greens, vinegar, and radishes make it ideal to serve with a
cheese plate. Otherwise, the blogger suggests adding some blue cheese to the
salad.
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12. Pistachio and Fig Couscous
Are you a couscous fan? Go beyond
the basic version by trying this one that puts a unique spin on a delicious
dish. Along with figs and pistachios, it’s got cinnamon, basil, and feta cheese
for extra flavor.
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13. Lemon Ricotta Pasta Salad with Figs and Mint
For this delectable pasta salad,
try to use fresh figs if you have them. Otherwise, dried figs work well, too. Then
chow down for a light, healthy lunch or use this recipe as a side dish for
dinner.
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14. Fig and Walnut Biscotti
These fragrant cookies will make your home smell pleasantly like spice and orange.
The blogger says the biscotti are crunchy while also boasting soft spots from
the figs.
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15. Spiced Fig Balls
These energy balls are nutritious and portable, making them ideal to bring on hikes or for campouts. They also make for great snacks if you’re hosting a holiday party!
16. Skinny Figgy Bars
The blogger took her husband’s grandmother’s
recipe and revamped it. Now it’s low in fat, and contains no oil or refined
sugar. She promises she didn’t sacrifice any flavors.
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the recipe!
