Balsamic Fig and Honey Spread
A delightful blend of sweet figs and tangy balsamic vinegar, perfect for cheese boards and toast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried figs, chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the figs: Chop dried figs into smaller pieces; soak in hot water for 10 minutes if tough.
- Simmer the mixture: In a saucepan, combine figs and balsamic vinegar, bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add honey and seasoning: Stir in honey, salt, and black pepper, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Blend it up: Let cool, then blend until desired consistency.
- Finish with olive oil: Drizzle in olive oil while blending, adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cool and store: Transfer to an airtight container and cool completely before sealing.
Notes
This spread can be served on cheese boards, with toasted bread, or over grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: balsamic, fig, honey, spread, cheese board, dip, appetizer
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