Warm Spinach Fig and Prosciutto Salad with Honey Balsamic Vina
Indulge in a flavor-packed culinary experience with this Warm Spinach Fig and Prosciutto Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and crispy textures. Tender baby spinach is gently warmed alongside luscious dried figs, while golden toasted almonds provide a delightful crunch. Crispy prosciutto adds a salty touch of decadence, all tied together by a luscious homemade honey balsamic vinaigrette, made with olive oil, Dijon mustard, and just the right balance of sweetness and tang. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this elegant salad is ideal for a sophisticated starter, a light lunch, or an impressive side dish for dinner parties. Serve it warm for a cozy, satisfying treat that highlights seasonal flavors and gourmet charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 8 pieces dried figs
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Slice the dried figs into quarters and set them aside.
Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium. Add the prosciutto slices and cook until crisp, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove them from the skillet and let them drain on paper towels. Once cooled, tear them into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
In the same skillet over low heat, add the spinach and the sliced figs to warm them slightly, about 1 minute, tossing gently.
Turn off the heat and transfer the spinach and figs to a large salad bowl. Top with the crispy prosciutto and toasted almonds.
Drizzle the salad with the honey balsamic vinaigrette, toss gently to combine, and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 846 mg | 18% | |
*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.
