Description
A refreshing Blueberry Peach Feta Salad combining juicy blueberries and peaches with tangy feta, crunchy walnuts, and a sweet and tangy honey balsamic dressing. Ready in 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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Fruit and Cheese
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Greens and Nuts
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Rinse the fresh blueberries under cold water to remove any debris, then gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to avoid crushing them. Wash the peaches thoroughly and slice them into wedges or thin slices as you prefer.
- Assemble the Salad Base: Place the rinsed blueberries and sliced peaches into a large mixing bowl. Add the crumbled feta cheese and mixed greens to the bowl.
- Add Aromatics and Nuts: Chop the red onion into thin pieces and sprinkle over the salad. Roughly chop the walnuts and scatter them on top to add a crunchy texture.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, black pepper, and salt until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients in the bowl, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Toss and Season: Gently toss the salad using salad tongs or two large spoons, making sure the fruit, feta, greens, and nuts are evenly distributed and coated with the dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra salt or pepper if desired.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavors, or refrigerate for up to one hour before serving if you prefer a chilled salad.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushiness in the salad.
- To make it vegan, substitute feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- You can toast the walnuts lightly for added flavor and crunch.
- The salad is best eaten fresh but can be chilled for up to one hour to keep the fruit crisp.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by varying the honey amount to your taste.
