Fig-and-Nut Salad
A simple salad featuring figs and nuts, with options for French or cream dressing.
Ingredients
- 8 medium Fresh or cooked figs (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). Fresh figs are preferred.)
- 1/2 cup Walnuts or blanched almonds (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe).)
- 2 tablespoons Claret (or red wine vinegar) (Originally claret. Substituted with red wine vinegar for modern preference.)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Cream (or heavy cream) (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). Use heavy cream for best results.)
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Instructions
- 1If using cooked figs, ensure they are cooked and cooled. Slice the figs. Roughly chop the walnuts or almonds.
- 2In a small bowl, whisk together the claret (or red wine vinegar) and lemon juice.
- 3Gently toss the sliced figs and nuts with the French dressing. Alternatively, if using cream dressing, mix a small amount of dressing with the ingredients and drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad. Serve immediately.
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