Recipe:

Grilled Figs with Greek Yogurt and Spiced Nuts

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Serves 4

Yogurt provides a refreshing balance to sweet grilled figs while spiced, sugared nuts add the perfect crunch. Layer in a parfait dish for an upscale presentation. If Greek yogurt is not available, make a substitute by straining plain yogurt, either from cow's or sheep's milk, over a cheese cloth or coffee filter to drain some of the whey for a couple of hours, thus thickening the yogurt.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 fresh Black Mission figs, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup plain or lightly sweetened Greek-style yogurt
16 cinnamon-spiced pecan or walnut halves

Method

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk vinegar with sugar and cinnamon. Place fig halves in bowl and gently toss to coat; set aside.

If needed, coat the grill with a little olive oil, then preheat. Grill figs about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear but figs are still somewhat firm. Transfer to a serving platter. (You can reserve the marinade for another use, if desired).

Allow figs to cool for about 5 minutes, then spoon a bit of yogurt onto the top of each fig half. Top with pecan or walnuts halves and serve.

Nutrition

Per serving (150g-wt.): 170 calories (60 from fat), 7g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 3g protein, 28g total carbohydrate (4g dietary fiber, 23g sugar), 5mg cholesterol, 20mg sodium

Tags: Entertaining, Family Friendly, American, Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Low Sodium, Wheat Free

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