Fig and Carrot Slaw Recipe

Fig and Carrot Slaw Recipe

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 pound carrots, cut into julienne strips (4 cups)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced soft dried Mission figs (6)
  1. Whisk together lemon juice, sugar, salt, cumin, and cayenne in a large bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved. Add carrots and figs and toss well. Let stand, uncovered, at room temperature, tossing occasionally, until carrots are wilted, about 30 minutes.