Description
A refreshing and flexible salad perfect for hot summer days, featuring ripe peaches, crunchy greens, and a light dressing.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe peaches, sliced (Use sweet, ripe peaches for best flavor.)
- 4 to 6 cups greens (arugula, spinach, spring mix, or chopped romaine) (Choose your favorite greens.)
- 1 small cucumber, sliced or chopped (Adds crunch and freshness.)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (Optional, adds color and sweetness.)
- 1 small avocado, sliced (Optional, adds creaminess.)
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (Optional, adds saltiness.)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (pecans, almonds, or walnuts) (Enhances flavor with nuttiness.)
- a few leaves fresh basil or mint, torn (Optional, adds a fresh aroma.)
- to taste salt and black pepper (To enhance the overall flavor.)
Dressing Options
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Base for honey lemon dressing.)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (For honey lemon dressing.)
- 1-2 teaspoons honey (Adjust sweetness of honey lemon dressing.)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (For honey lemon dressing.)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (Base for balsamic dressing.)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (For balsamic dressing.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry your greens well to avoid sogginess.
- Toast the nuts in a dry pan for a few minutes until fragrant, then let them cool.
- Slice peaches last so they stay juicy and don’t brown.
- In a large bowl, layer the greens, peaches, cucumber, tomatoes, and avocado.
- Drizzle the dressing lightly, toss gently, and then top with cheese and nuts.
Notes
Taste one bite before serving and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed. Dry greens make a big difference in the final texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Healthy