Peach Feta Salad
Peach Feta Salad is a vibrant, fresh dish made with slices of ripe peach, crumbled feta cheese, mixed greens, and other colorful vegetables, tossed in a light homemade vinaigrette. It’s a delicious harmony of flavors—sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy—perfect for summer salad in sunny days or when you need a refreshing light lunch idea.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- Fresh Peaches – Ripe but firm thinly sliced
- Feta Cheese – Crumbled for a salty creamy contrast
- Mixed Greens – Try arugula baby spinach, or spring mix
- Cucumber – Sliced thin for crunch
- Cherry Tomatoes – Halved for color and juicy sweetness
- Red Onion – Thinly sliced for a mild sharpness
- Fresh Basil – Torn for an herby fragrant finish
- Toasted Nuts – Almonds pecans, or walnuts for added crunch
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash and dry all your produce. Thinly slice the peaches, cucumber, and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and tear the basil leaves.
- Toast the Nuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast your nuts until they’re golden and fragrant (about 5 minutes). Be sure to stir often to avoid burning.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl or platter, layer the greens, peaches, cucumber, tomatoes, and onion. Add the crumbled feta and sprinkle the toasted nuts on top.
- Dress & Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the top just before serving, toss gently, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Choose the right peaches: Ripe but still firm peaches work best—they slice well and won’t turn mushy.
- Don't overdress: Add a little dressing at a time and toss gently. You can always add more.
- Serve fresh: This salad tastes best right after assembling—don’t let it sit too long.
- Toast those nuts: It’s a small step, but it seriously elevates the flavor and crunch.