Roasted Fig Vinaigarette
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Recipe Instructions
PREP + COOK TIME 20 minutes
SERVINGS 8
Ingredients:
1 cup figs sliced
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
pinch of cinnamon
pinch of salt and pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tablespoons water
3 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
For the roasted figs: Preheat oven to 400℉. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the figs sliced in quarters, olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the baking sheet and toss to coat. Bake for 10 minutes or until the figs are soft and juicy. Allow figs to cool.
For the vinaigrette: Add the cooled figs to a food processor or blender, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, 1 tablespoon of water, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. If a thinner consistency is desired, add the additional tablespoon of water and blend until smooth. Vinaigrette will keep in the fridge for up to a week.