Description
This Blueberry Peach Feta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant summer salad featuring sweet, juicy peaches, fresh blueberries, creamy feta cheese, and crisp mixed greens. Tossed with a light honey-lemon dressing and garnished with fresh herbs and crunchy nuts, it’s a perfect dish for picnics, barbecues, or a healthy light lunch.
Ingredients
Salad
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or mint, chopped
Honey-Lemon Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Arrange the mixed salad greens evenly in a large serving bowl or platter to create the base of your salad.
- Add the toppings: Layer the sliced peaches, fresh blueberries, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onion, and chopped pecans over the greens for a colorful and flavorful mix.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing evenly over the salad, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated for balanced flavor.
- Finish with herbs: Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil or mint over the top for a fragrant, fresh note that complements the fruit and cheese.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and vibrant flavors at their best.
Notes
- Grilled peaches can be used for an extra smoky sweetness that enhances the salad’s flavor.
- Candied pecans add a delightful crunch and sweetness as a variation to the nuts.
- Best served fresh after assembling to maintain the crispness of the greens and juiciness of the fruit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
