Grilled Sausages with Figs and Mixed Greens
Grilled Sausages with Figs and Mixed Greens
Ingredients
Makes 2 servings
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2 sausages spicy Italian sausage
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2 or 3 1/2-inch thick slices of red onion
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2-4 tablespoons Pomegranate-Cumin dressing (recipe below)
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4-5 cups mixed greens
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2 tablespoons crumbled feta
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8 fresh figs, halved
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2 tablespoons sliced fresh mint leaves
Directions
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Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the sausages and the onions with about 1tablespoon of the dressing. Grill the sausages until cooked through, about 12-14 minutes. Then cook the onions until charred, about 10 minutes.
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Toss the greens with the remaining dressing. Mound the salad onto a plate or bowl. Slice the sausages and place on top of the greens. Top the sausages with the cheese, figs, and mint.
Pomegranate-Cumin Dressing
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Makes about 1 cup of dressing
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5 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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4 1/2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
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3 tablespoons sliced fresh mint leaves
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1 1/2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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4 tablespoons minced shallots
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Salt and pepper to taste