Description
A refreshing summer salad combining sweet juicy peaches, tender spinach, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy nuts, all tossed in a light vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, add spinach, sliced peaches, red onion, and feta cheese.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant, then let cool and add to salad.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.
Notes
- Use nectarines or plums if peaches aren’t available.
- Add grilled chicken or quinoa for a heartier salad.
- Substitute arugula or mixed greens for spinach if desired.
- Goat cheese or blue cheese can replace feta for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg