Description
Peach Arugula Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines sweet, juicy peaches with the peppery bite of arugula. This salad is not only a delightful addition to summer barbecues or picnics but also serves as a light meal on its own. Tossed with a zesty dressing, it enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients while delivering a healthy dose of vitamins and healthy fats. With its quick preparation time, this salad can be whipped up in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for last-minute gatherings or a nutritious lunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe peaches (pitted and sliced)
- 6 cups fresh arugula
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts (or sunflower seeds for nut-free)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula, sliced peaches, crumbled cheese, toasted nuts, and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg