Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups fresh Mission figs, stemmed and halved
  • 3/4 cup pistachios, toasted
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh basil
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or nut oil, such as walnut or pistachio
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon high-heat oil
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced crosswise
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 baguette, preferably whole wheat or multigrain, cut in four equal pieces, each split in half
  • high-heat oil, such as safflower
  • 1 1/3 cups packed baby arugula

Method

  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Add the figs and toss to thoroughly coat all surfaces.
  • Set aside at room temperature while you prepare the other sandwich ingredients.