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Roasted Fig and Cottage Cheese Flatbread

This roasted fig cottage cheese flatbread combines creamy cottage cheese, sweet caramelized figs, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for the perfect savory-sweet fall lunch or appetizer.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 flatbread or naan
  • ⅓ cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 5-6 fresh figs halved
  • ¼ smakk red onion thinly sliced
  • Handful arugula
  • ½ teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves plus more for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Balsamic glaze to drizzle

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425℉.
  • Place the flatbread on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
  • Spread cottage cheese across the base in small spoonfuls. Top with fig halves and red onion slices. Sprinkle with thyme leaves, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the figs are caramelized and the flatbread is golden brown around the edges.
  • Remove from the oven and top with fresh arugula, a little extra salt, and a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze. Garnish with additional thyme leaves before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe works with both fresh and slightly overripe figs.
  • You can substitute cottage cheese with goat cheese or ricotta if preferred.
  • Great served warm or at room temperature and perfect for fall appetizers or a light lunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 354mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 1mg
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