Grilled Figs, Mozzarella and Prosciutto
Sweet, caramelised grilled figs, creamy mozzarella and salty prosciutto all come together to create the ultimate summer salad.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 serves 1x
- Category: Savoury
- Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 300g fresh figs, sliced in half (approximately 12-15 figs)
- 3 cups rocket leaves
- 200g fresh mozzarella ball
- 100g prosciutto
- 1 cup basil leaves, torn roughly
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- In a bowl, add halved figs. Drizzle over olive oil and balsamic vinegar and stir gently to coat fruit.
- Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Place figs, cut side down, on to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes before turning over to cook on the other side for a further 2-3 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat and set aside.
- To assemble the salad, take a large serving platter. Toss over rocket leaves.
- Tear fresh mozzarella into chunks and place on top of the rocket. Fold prosciutto into ribbons and arrange on the platter. Sprinkle over basil leaves.
- Place grilled figs on top of other ingredients and drizzle entire salad with balsmic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You could substitute stone fruits like peaches or nectarines instead of figs.
- Warmed honey could be used instead of the balsalmic glaze.
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