🥗 Peach Blueberry Summer Salad
📝 Description
This refreshing summer salad combines juicy peaches and sweet blueberries with crisp greens, creamy cheese, and a light tangy dressing. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and fresh—ideal for hot days, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish.
🍑 Ingredients
- 2 ripe peaches (sliced)
- 1 cup blueberries
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
- ¼ cup feta cheese or goat cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- ½ small red onion (thinly sliced)
🥄 Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- Salt & black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Wash and prepare all fruits and vegetables.
- In a large bowl, add mixed greens.
- Top with sliced peaches, blueberries, red onion, and nuts.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta or goat cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss lightly and enjoy fresh!
❓ Q&A
Q1: Can I use frozen blueberries?
A: Fresh is best, but you can use frozen (thawed and drained).
Q2: What protein can I add?
A: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas work great.
Q3: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Skip the cheese or use plant-based alternatives.
Q4: What nuts work best?
A: Walnuts, pecans, or even almonds add a nice crunch.
Q5: How long does it last?
A: Best eaten fresh, but you can store it (without dressing) for up to 1 day in the fridge.