Description
This refreshing summer salad combines juicy peaches, sweet blueberries, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted nuts, all tossed in a light honey-lemon dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light, healthy meal!
Ingredients
Scale
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- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or butter lettuce)
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds or pecans (for crunch)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional, for a bit of bite)
- Fresh basil or mint leaves for garnish (optional)
For the Honey-Lemon Dressing:
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or balsamic vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing – In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Toast the Nuts – In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds or pecans for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Let them cool.
- Assemble the Salad – In a large bowl, layer mixed greens, sliced peaches, blueberries, crumbled feta, and red onion.
- Drizzle & Toss – Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Garnish & Serve – Top with toasted nuts and fresh basil/mint for an extra burst of flavor. Serve immediately!
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter dressing, you can increase the amount of honey.
- You can substitute the honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- The salad can be made ahead, but it’s best to add the dressing just before serving to keep the greens crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4th of the recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg