This Peach Salad is a refreshing and easy dish that highlights the sweet and juicy flavor of ripe peaches. It is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, a stunning addition to any summer gathering or a starter for any meal. The combination of sweet peaches, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and fresh greens makes this salad a delightful and healthy choice.
To make this salad, start by slicing fresh peaches into thin wedges. Add a mix of leafy greens for a fresh and nutritious dish.
For added flavor and crunch, sprinkle in some toasted nuts, such as pecans or walnuts. Add some cherry tomatoes for a bursting of flavor. They bring a pop of color and a fresh, tangy note. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle sharpness to the mix.
Next, crumble some creamy feta over the top. The cheese adds a rich contrast to the sweetness of the peaches.
To finish, drizzle a light dressing made of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard and a pinch of salt and pepper. The vinaigrette brings all the flavors together, making each bite delicious and well-balanced.
Serve the peach salad immediately to enjoy its fresh and vibrant taste.
How to make the peach salad
Begin by slicing the fresh peaches into thin wedges. Next, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
In a large bowl, add a mix of leafy greens and drizzle the prepared dressing over them. Toss everything together to ensure the greens are well coated.
Add the peach slices, thinly sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, toasted pecans, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
Serve the salad immediately for a fresh, vibrant dish.
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Peach Salad
Ingredients
- 2 peaches , sliced into wedges
- 5 oz (150g) mix of leafy greens
- 1 small red onion , cut into thin slices
- 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes , cut into halves or quarters
- 1/2 cup (50g) feta cheese , crumbled
- 1/2 cup (50g) roasted pecans , slightly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
- 2 tbsp (30g) balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic clove , minced
- 1/2 tsp (3g) Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp (7g) honey
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Slice the fresh peaches into thin wedges.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, add a mix of leafy greens. Add the dressing and toss together to combine.
- Add the peach slices, red onion slices, cherry tomatoes, toasted pecans and feta cheese. Gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
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For the first time, I decided to try this type of salad. I usually avoid combining savory and sweet flavors, but I made an exception here. It turned out to be a great decision because the salad is not only easy to prepare but also delicious. I definitely recommend it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Yes, so glad you tried it out. Love so much this combination.