🍑🫐 Peach Blueberry Summer Salad
📝 Description
Fresh, juicy, and bursting with color, this summer salad combines sweet peaches, plump blueberries, crisp greens, and a light tangy dressing. It’s refreshing, nutrient-rich, and perfect for hot days—whether as a side or a light main.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🥗 Salad
- 3 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or lettuce)
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- ½ cup blueberries
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cucumber, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds or walnuts
🍯 Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or balsamic vinegar)
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. - Assemble salad
In a large bowl, add greens, peaches, blueberries, onion, and cucumber. - Toss lightly
Drizzle dressing over salad and gently toss. - Finish
Top with feta and toasted nuts. - Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost
- Serve with crusty bread or a light pasta dish
- Pair with iced tea or lemonade
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen fruit?
Fresh is best for texture, but thawed berries can work in a pinch.
Q: What can replace feta?
Goat cheese or fresh mozzarella are great alternatives.
Q: How do I keep it from getting soggy?
Add dressing just before serving.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Skip feta or use a plant-based version, and replace honey with maple syrup.
Q: Any extra flavor boost?
Add fresh basil or mint—it pairs beautifully with peaches!
