Nightshade Free Fig & Stone Fruit Harvest Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Late summer produce really shines here — ripe figs and juicy peaches piled over peppery arugula with fresh mint and basil make for a salad that feels genuinely celebratory. The apple cider vinaigrette is whisked together in minutes, with honey, ground ginger, and a touch of turmeric giving it a warm, golden depth that ties every element together beautifully. Avoiding nightshades can quietly limit your options at the table, especially when it comes to vibrant, restaurant-worthy dishes — but this one delivers all the color and complexity without a single tomato, pepper, or potato in sight. Every ingredient here is naturally in the clear, so there's no need to swap or substitute anything. The combination of sweet fruit, bitter greens, and that tangy-warm dressing hits a balance that feels far more sophisticated than the effort involved. A pinch of flaky sea salt over the top at the end is a small touch that makes a noticeable difference. Serve it immediately while the greens are still lightly dressed and the fruit is fresh — this one doesn't wait.
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4 servings
For the vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For the salad
- 8 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 2 ripe peaches or nectarines, pitted and sliced
- 5 oz arugula (about 5 lightly packed cups)
- ¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, ground ginger, ground turmeric, and fine sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved. Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened.
- 2
Add the arugula, red onion, mint, and basil to a large salad bowl. Drizzle about two-thirds of the vinaigrette over the greens and toss gently until every leaf is lightly coated.
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