Peach Salad
This peach salad is fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced with sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. Juicy peaches, crisp greens, and a light vinaigrette come together for an easy and refreshing dish.
Ingredients
- * 4 cups mixed greens arugula, spinach, or spring mix
- * 2–3 ripe peaches sliced
- * ½ cup cucumber sliced
- * ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- * 3 tablespoons olive oil
- * 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- * 1 tablespoon honey
- * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- * Salt and pepper to taste
- * ½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- * Optional: toasted nuts pecans, almonds, walnuts, grilled chicken or shrimp
Instructions
- Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
- Slice peaches, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add greens to a large bowl.
- Top with peaches, cucumber, and onion.
- Sprinkle cheese and nuts over the salad.
- Drizzle dressing evenly.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing.
- Include crunchy toppings for texture contrast.
- Adjust sweetness or acidity with honey or vinegar.