Can dried figs be soaked, then used in salad?

Just had a salad with figs and blood orange- delicious. Could they have used dried figs?

susan G. February 27, 2011

And another yes, done that, loved it. I think feta in the salad is a great compliment.

boulangere February 27, 2011

Absolutely! Experiment with different kinds of juices, even white wine.

LynnSomerstein February 27, 2011

Thanks- I bet the juice could be part of the vinaigrette.

Blissful B. February 27, 2011

It's possible. Try soaking them overnight in orange juice; apparently, it results in better tasting dried figs & the juice tastes great too!

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