MSG Free Fresh Fig & Herb Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Fresh figs are one of those ingredients that feel almost too beautiful to cook with, and here they're simply quartered and scattered over a cloud of peppery arugula and a generous handful of fresh herbs. Basil, mint, parsley, and thyme all show up together, making every bite fragrant and layered in a way that feels genuinely special. The homemade vinaigrette is where this salad really earns its place — apple cider vinegar, raw honey, turmeric, and ginger are whisked together and emulsified with good olive oil, giving you a bright, golden dressing with a gentle warmth. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden flavor enhancers sneaking into your bowl. That matters more than people realize with salad dressings, where bottled versions often rely on additives to boost flavor artificially. This one builds all that depth naturally, and it shows. Serve it immediately after tossing so the arugula stays lively and the figs hold their shape — it's the kind of dish that disappears fast.
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4 servings
For the vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For the salad
- 8 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 5 oz baby arugula
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 2 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, turmeric, ginger, and fine sea salt until the honey dissolves and the mixture is uniform in color.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil in a thin, steady stream while whisking constantly until the vinaigrette is emulsified and slightly thickened.
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