Description
A fresh and vibrant Peach Arugula Salad featuring ripe peaches, peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted nuts, all tossed in a flavorful honey-balsamic dressing. Perfectly balanced with sweet, tangy, and savory elements, this salad makes a delicious and healthy meal or side dish ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 6 cups fresh arugula
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the arugula, sliced peaches, crumbled goat cheese or feta, toasted pecans or walnuts, and thinly sliced red onion. Add torn fresh basil leaves if using.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together to ensure all components are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp.
- To toast nuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushy texture in the salad.
- Substitute goat cheese with feta for a tangier flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity based on sweetness of peaches and personal preference.
