Description
This Simple Peach Feta Salad is a refreshing summer dish that beautifully combines sweet, juicy peaches with creamy feta cheese and crunchy nuts. Ideal for summer gatherings or a light lunch, its vibrant colors and flavors will impress any guest. Tossed in a delightful honey-balsamic dressing, this salad balances sweetness and tanginess perfectly. It’s quick to prepare, customizable, and packed with healthy ingredients, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the peaches into wedges.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced red onion, and basil.
- Layer the sliced peaches on top of the greens.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad.
- Add candied nuts for crunch.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg