Peach Salad
This vibrant peach salad combines sweet summer peaches, goat cheese, almonds, and fresh herbs for a refreshing and colorful dish. Inspired by farmers market finds, it’s dressed with a simple basil vinaigrette to highlight the seasonal flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 white peaches, pitted and sliced
- 2 yellow peaches, pitted and sliced
- ⅓ cup almonds, toasted or blistered
- Small handful basil leaves, (purple, lemon or Thai, or a mix)
- Small handful mint leaves
- 1 ounce amaranth, fresh
- 1 small round goat cheese, (2 ounces) sliced
FOR THE VINAIGRETTE
- ¼ cup basil olive oil, or a good fruity olive oil
- 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 1 pinch sea salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced peaches in a shallow bowl or platter. Scatter the almonds, basil and mint leaves over the peaches. Insert small bunches of the amaranth around the peach slices and dot the salad with goat cheese.
- Whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients together in a small bowl to form an emulsion. When ready to serve, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 308mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 492IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg