Grilled Figs with Yogurt Cheese and Honey
Elevate your summer entertaining with these Grilled Figs with Yogurt Cheese and Honey, a stunning blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. This quick yet elegant recipe begins with ripe, juicy figs kissed by the grill, creating caramelized notes that pair perfectly with a creamy homemade yogurt cheese delicately seasoned with lemon zest, sea salt, and pepper. Drizzled with luscious honey and crowned with fragrant fresh mint, each bite offers a delightful harmony of textures and flavors. Ideal as an appetizer, dessert, or light snack, these honey-drizzled grilled figs are easy to prepare in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time) and make an unforgettable addition to any table. Perfect for lovers of creative, Mediterranean-inspired dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces ripe fresh figs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 piece cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the yogurt cheese. Line a fine-mesh sieve with a piece of cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel and set it over a bowl. Scoop the Greek yogurt into the center of the cheesecloth, gather the edges together, and twist to secure. Allow the yogurt to strain in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours or overnight until it thickens into a creamy yogurt cheese.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
Rinse the figs and pat them dry. Using a sharp knife, slice a small 'X' into the top of each fig, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Brush the figs lightly with olive oil and place them on the preheated grill, cut side up. Grill for 2-3 minutes until they soften and develop light grill marks.
While the figs are grilling, stir the lemon zest, a pinch of sea salt, and black pepper into the prepared yogurt cheese for added flavor.
Remove the grilled figs from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Gently press the bottom of each fig to allow the 'X' to open up slightly for stuffing.
Using a small spoon, fill each fig with a dollop of the yogurt cheese mixture.
Drizzle honey generously over the stuffed figs, allowing it to pool on the serving platter for extra sweetness.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh mint over the figs for a burst of freshness.
Serve the grilled figs warm or at room temperature, and enjoy this sophisticated dish as an appetizer, dessert, or light snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1202 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
