Fig-Arugula-Goat Cheese Sandwich with a Side of Kale

Place 1 sliced fig and balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat. Once it comes to a boil, lower the heat and simmer until reduced, about 5 minutes (you can do this while you prepare the rest of the sandwich).

Spread the goat cheese on the toasted bread (either on one side or both; I did one side). Lay the sliced figs one side, the arugula on the other. Once the balsamic reduction is ready, drizzle it on the figs and arugula and your sandwich is ready.

Next, make the kale. Heat oil in a pan to medium/high. Add kale, garlic, salt and pepper and stir around. Add some water if it’s too dry. Once the kale has cooked (but is still pretty bright green), top with remaining (or just some, if you don’t like things too acidic) balsamic reduction and cooked figs.

Crumble some more goat cheese over it, if you’d like, and serve alongside your sandwich!