Description
Blueberry Peach Feta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that harmoniously blends sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or light lunches. With juicy blueberries, ripe peaches, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese, this salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also delights the eyes with its colorful presentation. The homemade lemon basil vinaigrette ties all the ingredients together, enhancing their natural flavors. Whether served as a side dish at a barbecue or as a light main course for a picnic, this salad is quick to make and versatile enough to please any palate.
Ingredients
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 2 diced peaches
- 2 sliced Persian cucumbers
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp finely chopped basil
- kosher salt
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine blueberries, diced peaches, sliced cucumbers, and crumbled feta. Gently toss to mix.
- In a jar with a lid or measuring cup, add lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until well combined.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use ripe fruits for the best flavor. Chill the salad before serving to enhance its taste. Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or variations of cheese for extra texture.