Summer Fig and Tomato Salad

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare ingredients by toasting bread in the oven until golden and crispy, and gather fresh tomatoes, figs, mozzarella, arugula, basil, and red onion.
   ≈0:31
2. 2
   Wash all fresh vegetables and herbs, especially the basil, thoroughly under water.
   ≈1:09
3. 3
   Begin assembling the salad: add mozzarella to the bowl, then the fresh arugula, basil, and sliced red onion.
   ≈1:16
4. 4
   Remove the bread from the oven, check that it has a nice golden color and is crispy, then let it cool.
   ≈1:52
5. 5
   Prepare the figs by cutting each one into four pieces and removing the center, keeping the attractive outer portions.
   ≈2:20
6. 6
   Cut the tomato into four pieces and slice them, then add to the salad.
   ≈2:46
7. 7
   Cut the cooled bread into cubes and add to the salad bowl.
   ≈3:06
8. 8
   Add the prepared figs to the salad.
   ≈3:23
9. 9
   Make the dressing by combining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and salt in a container, then cover and shake vigorously until well mixed.
   ≈4:06
10. 10
    Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to combine evenly, then taste and enjoy.
    ≈4:50