Fig and rocket salad with pancetta
Background
During the fig season figs are very cheap at the market, so I buy a lot to make jam, chutney, compote and puddings from them. I also put a few aside, which I add to my morning porridge or salad at lunchtime. This Italian fig and rocket salad with pancetta is one of my favourite autumnal dishes - perfect for an easy/lazy lunch or ideal as a starter at dinner parties. Make sure you use good quality balsamic vinegar - it makes such a difference!
Ingredients
- 4 ripe fresh figs
- 100g pancetta, diced
- 4 handfuls of wild rocket
- For dressing:
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp grated onion
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Put the pancetta pieces into a frying pan and cook until crispy, then drain them on kitchen paper towels.
- Meanwhile, wash and pat-dry the figs, then cut them into thin wedges.
- Whisk together the dressing, taste and adjust it, if necessary, to your liking.
- Scatter the rocket leaves onto four plates or a big serving plate.
- Arrange the fig wedges between the rocket leaves, scatter the pancetta on top, then drizzle with the dressing.
- Serve immediately.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Dinner - Everyday - Lunch - Quick & Easy - Salad - Seasonal - Starter
- Cuisines: - Italian
- Occasions: - Christmas - Dinner Party - Halloween - Parties - Sunday Lunch - Thanksgiving - Valentine's Day
- Ingredients: - Exotic Fruits - Greens & Salads - Pork
- Health and Diet: - Dairy Free - Egg Free - Gluten Free - Nut Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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