Description
This Fig and Goat Cheese Flatbread is a deliciously balanced combination of creamy goat cheese, sweet fresh figs, savory prosciutto, and caramelized onions atop a crispy flatbread. Finished with fresh arugula tossed in olive oil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, it’s a perfect, easy-to-make gourmet flatbread ideal for a light meal or elegant snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread and Base
- 1 small flatbread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 2 ounces softened goat cheese
- 3-5 fresh figs, sliced
- 2 slices prosciutto
- 1/4 cup caramelized onions
Salad
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the flatbread.
- Prepare flatbread: Place the flatbread on a baking tray and brush one side generously with olive oil to ensure crispiness during baking.
- Add toppings: Spread the softened goat cheese evenly over the oiled side of the flatbread. Arrange the sliced figs, prosciutto slices, and caramelized onions on top of the goat cheese layer for a balanced mix of flavors.
- Bake: Place the flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the goat cheese begins to melt and the edges of the flatbread turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare arugula: While the flatbread bakes, toss the arugula with the remaining olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste to create a fresh, lightly dressed salad.
- Assemble: Once the flatbread is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately top it with the dressed arugula. Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the top and add a few cracks of fresh black pepper for added flavor.
- Serve: Slice the flatbread as desired and serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm baked layers with fresh, peppery arugula and sweet balsamic glaze.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm figs for the best texture.
- Caramelize onions ahead of time to save prep time.
- Substitute prosciutto with a vegetarian alternative to make the recipe vegetarian.
- Olive oil and balsamic glaze can be adjusted to taste.
- Serve immediately after assembly to keep flatbread crisp.
