Trying something new can be challenging, offensive, scary, overwhelming or it can present a new outlook and can be rewarding! I do not think there are many of us out there who haven't had a fig cookie, but have you ever had a fig without the newton? I tried my first fresh fig ever yesterday and I have to tell you it was rewarding!
To me a fig is similar in texture to a kiwi yet has a smooth and sweet taste. I was pleasantly surprised and now I know like figs! I have only eaten the meat of the fig, although I have read the skin is fine to eat I haven't tried yet!
As I get older in life I have figured out a few things. I have more patience, more tolerance and a new appreciation for trying things I never have before. I am glad I have opened my mind to foods and the different foods available out there.
Before taking this vegan/vegetarian journey I found myself wondering how exactly vegetarians found enough choices to eat? Now that I am one and have opened my eyes to all the amazing foods that are vegan / vegetarian friendly I am amazed how many and how good they all are. There are vastly more choices the you would ever think.
A little about figs. The figs seems to be one of the oldest farmed fruits out there dating back to biblical times. In one medium sized fig there are roughly 37-40 calories, 1.5 grams of good fat, no cholesterol and the following: calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, zinc and vitamin C. Figs are a good source of dietary fiber as well. Because fresh figs do not have a very long shelf life many are dried. According to what I have come across 2-3 days is about the average shelf life.
If you have any other information about figs please leave in the comments section.
Thanks for visiting!
Until next time,
Kel
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