Salad with Carrots and Figs “Sensuality”

Ingredients

• 3 carrots of medium size
• 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. maple syrup
• 1 freshly squeezed lime, juice
• 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp. walnuts, chopped
• 2 tbsp. figs, finely chopped
• Salt & Pepper to taste

 

Preparation

1. Cut slices of carrot ribbons using vegetable peeler.
2. Put the ribbons into icy cold water for 15 minutes to make them firmer.
3. Drain the carrot ribbons and let them pat dry.
4. To prepare dressing, combine olive oil, maple syrup, fresh cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice and salt in a bowl.
5. Mix together carrot ribbons, figs, walnuts and crumbled goat cheese. Add dressing before serving.