Fig and Walnut Tapenade with Goat Cheese

Fig and Walnut Tapenade with Goat Cheese
Fig and Walnut Tapenade with Goat Cheese might be just the condiment you are searching for. This recipe makes 20 servings with 167 calories, 5g of protein, and 12g of fat each. This recipe covers 5% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. 1 person found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. If you have balsamic vinegar, walnuts, breads and/or crackers, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Combine chopped figs and 1/3 cup water in heavy medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until liquid evaporates and figs are soft, about 7 minutes.
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Transfer to medium bowl.
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Mix in olives, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, capers, and chopped thyme. Season tapenade to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
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Arrange overlapping cheese rounds in circle in center of medium platter. Stir chopped walnuts into tapenade; spoon into center of cheese circle.
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Garnish with walnut halves and thyme sprigs, if desired.
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Serve with breads and/or crackers.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings20
Health Score1
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