Chopped Salad with Figs and Blue Cheese

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Sweet figs and sharp blue cheese come together with crunchy romaine for a flavorful end-of-summer side salad.

By Virginia Willis
Updated on August 16, 2023
Tested by
Juliana Hale
Juliana Hale
Tested by Juliana Hale
Juliana Hale is a culinary specialist with over 20 years of experience in recipe testing and development. She works closely with Allrecipes, Better Homes & Gardens, Forks Over Knives, Midwest Living, and Traditional Home both in the test kitchens and with her stories.
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chopped salad with figs and blue cheese topped with toasted almond slices.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 2 slices thick cut bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 12 fresh figs, halved

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce

  • 1/4 cup sliced toasted almonds

  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Directions

  1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving 1/2 teaspoon drippings in the skillet.

  2. Add figs, cut sides down, to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes.

  3. Whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add browned figs, bacon, lettuce, almonds, and blue cheese; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

229 Calories
16g Fat
16g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 229
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 362mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 119mg 9%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 469mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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