Peach Salad is a fresh and delicious salad made using fresh peaches, grilled chili peppers, red bell peppers, and crunchy onions. With a combination of sweet peaches and various savory ingredients, it makes the perfect meal for any time you want something light and flavorful.
Every bite of this juicy peach salad is bursting with vibrant colors, amazing tastes, and diverse textures.
En papillote cooking locks in flavors and aromas, resulting in tender and aromatic dishes.
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This gorgeous and colorful peach salad comes together in just 10 minutes and is sure to be a hit.
If you love peaches or summer salad recipe, then this recipe has your name written all over it.
About Peach Salad
This refreshing Peach Salad Recipe is a beautiful mix of sweet and savory flavors, different textures, and delicious tastes. Drizzled with Dijon vinaigrette, with creamy goat cheese and crunchy toasted almond topping, this fresh and delicious Peach Salad is the sunshine on a plate.
With lots of vitamins from the peaches and veggies, it’s a salad that’s good for the gut and tastes very delicious.
The combination of sweet ripe peaches, bell peppers, onions, roasted chili peppers, fresh herbs, and creamy cheese, all tossed with a zesty homemade dressing, makes it an outstanding side for any day.
There are many ways to enjoy this easy and simple peach dish. It can be served as a light lunch or side. Or you can serve it at brunch parties to your guests with other salads like grape salad, kiwi salad, strawberry salad, or orange salad.
The great thing about this easy salad recipe is that it is a vegetarian and gluten-free salad that can also be made vegan. Plus, it is easily customizable, so you can make it with your favorite ingredients. For a different flavor, I have given ingredient variations on this page.
I can assure you that this salad tastes as delicious as it looks. Just try it once, and it will definitely become a favorite at your home.
This Peach Salad
✔️ is loaded with flavors and textures
✔️ is easy to make
✔️ can also be made vegan
✔️ is loaded with vitamins
✔️ makes a lovely side
✔️ can also be served at parties
✔️ is an ideal dish to serve at BBQs
✔️ is super refreshing and delicious
✔️ can also be customized
✔️ is vegetarian and gluten-free
Ingredients
For the Salad
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Peaches: They are the star of this recipe, so choose good quality fresh, sweet, and juicy peaches. You can also use nectarines here.
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Greens: For Italian flavors, I have used a combination of fresh basil leaves and sliced mint leaves. With their herby freshness and peppery taste, they both go so well with peaches and give this salad a cool, refreshing kick. You can also use other greens such as fresh spinach leaves or fresh arugula.
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Red Bell Pepper: Some diced red peppers are added for a crisp and sweet bite.
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Red Onion: Thinly sliced onions bring a sharp flavor that gives a pungency and contrasts with the peaches.
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Goat Cheese Crumbled: The addition of cheese makes the salad creamy and tangy. You can also use crumbled feta or salad cheese here.
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Roasted Green Chili Peppers: They add nice smoky flavors and beautiful color to this salad without giving it heat.
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Toasted Almonds: They are added as a topping for a nutty and crunchy texture. Toasted walnuts can also be used here.
For the Dressing:
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil: It adds richness to the dressing while making it smooth.
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Balsamic Vinegar: Adds a mild sweet and tangy flavor.
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Lemon Juice: Gives an overall brightness with a citrusy touch to the dressing.
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Dijon Mustard: It is added for tangy, mustardy depth of flavors.
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Salt and freshly Ground Pepper: They are both added to season the salad.
How to Make Peach Salad
Making peach salad is very simple. Prep peaches and veggies. Make the dressing by shaking extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small glass jar until well combined.
Once the peaches and veggies are ready, all you need to do is assemble the salad. To a salad bowl or plate, arrange sliced peaches, red bell peppers, onions, green chili peppers.
Top with crumbled goat cheese, mint and basil leaves, and toasted almonds. Finally, pour the dressing over and mix gently so everything gets coated.
Your perfect summer peach salad is ready to serve. Enjoy it as a side or as a light meal.
Variations of Peach Salad
Other Fruits
You can also pair peaches with other fruits and berries. Here are some fruits and berries you can use in the salad: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, apples, or mangoes. You can also use citrus fruits like orange segments, mandarin segments, or grapefruit pieces to add a tangy freshness.
Other Vegetables
You can add more fiber to this salad by adding other vegetables like cherry, heirloom, or Roma tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, sliced avocados. You can also add baby spinach to make peach spinach salad. Or add fresh arugula to make arugula peach salad. Yellow or orange bell peppers, or grilled corn can also be added to this salad.
Grilled Peach Salad
If you love grilled peaches, then you can make a grilled peach salad for a smoky flavor. To make this salad, simply grill the peach slices before adding them to the salad. You can grill them on a griddle or in a panini maker.
Peach Caprese Salad
To make an Italian-style peach caprese salad, mix peaches with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes.
Peach and Burrata Salad
You can also make a rich peach and burrata salad by replacing goat cheese with creamy burrata.
Serving Suggestions
Just like any other salad, it is best to serve it fresh. You can enjoy it as a light lunch or as a side dish at summer picnics and BBQs with grilled meats or fish. Or, for an ideal summer meal, accompany it with paneer tikka, chicken tikka, grilled chicken, seafood, and a chilled glass of mango mojito or white wine.
It can also be served at brunch with other delicious salads such as cantaloupe melon salad, apple salad, kidney bean salad, chickpea salad, pasta salad, avocado salad, and beetroot salad.
Storage Suggestions
So if you have leftovers, then store the salad and dressing separately in the refrigerator. This peach salad will stay good in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just add the dressing before serving.
Important Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Peach Salad
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Greens: I have used herbs such as fresh mint leaves in this salad recipe for bright and strong flavors. You can also use spinach or arugula.
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Peaches: Make sure to go for ripe peaches that are still firm so they keep their shape in the salad.
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Dressing: Feel free to adjust the amount of ingredients in this dressing. So, if you want it tangier, you can increase the amount of lemon juice and balsamic vinegar.
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Cheese: I have added goat cheese, but you can also use other cheese varieties such as burrata or feta cheese.
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Nuts: In this salad, I have used toasted chopped almonds. You can also use other nuts like toasted pecans or toasted walnuts to add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor.
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Seeds: You can also add seeds like pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds, chia seeds, or sunflower seeds to this salad recipe.
Peach Salad (Step-by-step photo instructions)
Prep peaches & veggies:
- Cut the peaches in half, remove the pits, and slice them. Also, dice the red bell pepper and slice the roasted green chili peppers. Additionally, thinly slice the red onion, separate the onion slices, and keep them all aside.
Make dressing:
- To a glass jar or a bowl, add extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Shake it well until everything is well combined.
Assemble the peach salad:
- Spread the peach slices on a large plate or in a serving bowl. Layer the red bell peppers, grilled green chilies, and onion slices over the peach slices. Also, sprinkle with goat cheese, mint leaves, basil leaves, and toasted almonds. Drizzle the prepared Dijon mustard dressing over the salad. Toss everything together and enjoy your refreshing Peach Salad as a side with Carrot Cheese Chips or chili cheese toast.
Recipe Card
Peach Salad [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 6 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Salads | International | 2 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 289 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Peach Salad
- 4 large-sized peaches, sliced
- 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup sliced basil leaves
- 1/4 cup sliced mint leaves
- 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles or feta
- 3-4 roasted green chili peppers
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds, sliced
For the dressing
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prep peaches & veggies:
- Cut the peaches in half, remove the pits, and slice them. Also, dice the red bell pepper and slice the roasted green chili peppers. Additionally, thinly slice the red onion, separate the onion slices, and keep them all aside.
Make dressing:
- To a glass jar or a bowl, add extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Shake it well until everything is well combined.
Assemble the peach salad:
- Spread the peach slices on a large plate or in a serving bowl. Layer the red bell peppers, grilled green chilies, and onion slices over the peach slices. Also, sprinkle with goat cheese, mint leaves, basil leaves, and toasted almonds. Drizzle the prepared Dijon mustard dressing over the salad. Toss everything together and enjoy your refreshing Peach Salad as a side with Carrot Cheese Chips or chili cheese toast.
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NOTES:
- To make it vegan, swap honey for maple syrup and use vegan cheese in this recipe.
- In this salad, I have used toasted chopped almonds. You can also use other nuts like toasted pecans or toasted walnuts to add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor.
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