Description
Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Candied Pecans is a delightful summer dish that combines juicy peaches, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy candied pecans. Tossed in a light vinaigrette, this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, it’s an effortless recipe that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 4 oz soft goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup candied pecans
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash peaches under cool water and slice them into thin wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens as your base.
- Add peach slices and crumbled goat cheese on top of the greens.
- Sprinkle candied pecans over the salad.
- Drizzle dressing just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg