Description
This Irresistible Peach Salad combines the fresh sweetness of ripe peaches with the savory tang of goat cheese, all tossed with toasted pecans and a balsamic dressing. A perfect blend of flavors for a light and satisfying summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Peach Salad:
- 3 ripe peaches (sliced)
- 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
- 1/4 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: Arrange the mixed greens in a large bowl or serving platter as the base.
- Add Ingredients: Top with sliced peaches, red onion, goat cheese, toasted pecans, and torn basil leaves.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Grilled or roasted peaches can add an extra layer of flavor to this salad.
- You can substitute blue cheese for goat cheese if you prefer a stronger taste.
- For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or prosciutto to the salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
