Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Peach Spinach Salad featuring creamy avocado, crunchy toasted almonds, and tangy goat cheese. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch, this salad combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with the nutritious goodness of organic spinach. The dressing, made from balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, elevates each bite to new heights. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also packed with vitamins and healthy fats, making it an ideal addition to any meal. Whether served as a main dish or a delightful side, this salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 cups organic spinach
- 2 large ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup sliced toasted almonds
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Freshly ground salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust sweetness if desired by adding sugar or maple syrup.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach and drizzle with the prepared dressing. Toss gently.
- Top the salad with peach slices, diced avocado, red onion slices, feta cheese crumbles, and toasted almonds. Toss very gently again.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg