Asparagus with figs and walnuts

Asparagus with figs and walnuts

Appetizers

A delicious asparagus salad with dried figs and walnuts, perfect for a light meal.

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This asparagus salad is a delightful combination of simple ingredients and contrasting flavors. The dried figs add a touch of sweetness, while the walnuts provide a satisfying crunch. It’s perfect for a summer meal or as an original appetizer.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time15 min
  • Cook time10 min
  • Total25 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodto cook
  • Estimated cost$5.44 $1.36 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

4 people
  • $3.40
  • $0.17
  • $0.07
  • $0.92
  • $0.15
  • $0.36
  • $0.37

Prices from US supermarkets for 4 of 7 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. First, the almonds are soaked in boiling water, then they are drained and the skins are removed after a few minutes.
  2. Wash the apricots and peel them; blanch the asparagus and arrange it on a serving plate. ≈ 8 min
  3. Melt the margarine over low heat, then add the sugar.
  4. Add the apricots, garlic, walnuts, lemon juice, and 2-3 tablespoons of water. ≈ 3 min
  5. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Add the olive oil and blend. ≈ 4 min
  7. Remove from heat and pour over the asparagus; serve immediately. ≈ 2 min

The bill

Asparagus with figs and walnuts

  • 200 g of dried black mulberry$3.40
  • 50 g of butter-flavored margarine$0.17
  • 4 tablespoons of sugar$0.07
  • 100 g of almonds$0.92
  • Fresh lemon juice$0.15
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil$0.36
  • 7 cloves of Allium sativum (garlic)$0.37

Total$5.44

that's $1.36 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Before you start

Ingredients

  • 200 g of dried black mulberry
  • 2 boxes of spinach
  • 50 g of butter-flavored margarine
  • 4 tablespoons of sugar
  • 100 g of almonds
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 7 cloves of Allium sativum (garlic)

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