Cabbage Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Fig-Dijon Dressing

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 drieds figs , seeded and minced
• 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine mustard, figs, raspberry vinegar, avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or small food processor and pulse a few times at first. Run for about 1 minute until dressing is well blended and set aside.

2. 2

   Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Allow to cool for 10 minutes and crumble.

3. 3

   Combine shredded cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and mandarin oranges in a large bowl. Gently toss with the dressing and garnish with crumbled bacon.

4. 4

   Gently toss with the dressing, garnish with crumbled bacon, and serve.