Peach salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with savory and fresh ingredients. Here’s a basic recipe for making a simple peach salad:
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as baby spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper. Set the dressing aside.
- In a large salad bowl, place the mixed greens as the base for your salad.
- Add the sliced red onion and crumbled feta cheese on top of the greens.
- Arrange the sliced peaches over the greens. You can place them in a circular pattern or arrange them to your liking.
- Sprinkle the chopped toasted pecans or walnuts over the salad for a crunchy texture.
- If you’d like, garnish the salad with fresh basil leaves, which complement the flavors of the peaches.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad. You can use all of the dressing or add it to taste, depending on your preference for the level of dressing.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and coat them with the dressing.
- Serve your peach salad immediately as a refreshing appetizer, side dish, or a light and healthy main course.
This peach salad is perfect for the summer months when peaches are at their peak ripeness, and it offers a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. Feel free to customize it by adding other ingredients like grilled chicken, avocado, or crumbled goat cheese for added variety. Enjoy!
