Combining GGPLOT2 image and gt table output in one plot

See the FAQ: How to do a minimal reproducible example reprex for beginners; specific code clarifies the issues and encourages more answers.

The default solution is geom_text, but that is likely to be unsatisfactory if the table is any usable size. A better solution depends on the target output format. For example, it's possible to place a over the table in a pdf.