Description
Sweet summer peach arugula salad dances with peppery greens and juicy fruit. Crisp ingredients blend Mediterranean flavors that welcome cool refreshment on warm afternoons you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Base:
- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 6 cups fresh arugula
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
Cheese and Nuts:
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Assemble a refreshing medley of vibrant peach slices, peppery arugula, crumbled cheese, toasted nuts, and thinly sliced red onion in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Enhance the salad’s aromatic profile by delicately tearing fresh basil leaves and scattering them across the colorful mixture.
- Craft a harmonious vinaigrette by vigorously whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, golden honey, zesty Dijon mustard, and a precise balance of salt and pepper in a compact mixing bowl.
- Gracefully cascade the meticulously prepared dressing over the salad ingredients, employing a gentle folding technique to ensure each component becomes elegantly coated without bruising the delicate leaves.
- Present the salad immediately to preserve its crisp textures and bright flavors, allowing diners to savor the dynamic interplay of sweet, tangy, and peppery notes.
Notes
- Swap arugula with spinach or mixed greens for a milder flavor profile if you find arugula too peppery.
- Toast nuts beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the salad.
- Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best taste and sweetness, preferably from local farmers’ markets during peak summer season.
- Prepare dressing separately and store in a sealed container for up to 3 days, allowing flavors to meld and making meal prep easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg