Description
Experience the delightful taste of summer with this refreshing White Peach Raspberry Almond Salad. This vibrant dish beautifully combines juicy white peaches and sweet raspberries, topped with crunchy candied almonds and creamy cheese. Perfect for warm days, picnics, or as a light meal, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With its simple preparation and elegant presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something light yet flavorful.
Ingredients
- 6–10 cups Baby Spring Mix or Romaine Hearts (chopped)
- 2 White Peaches or Nectarines (sliced)
- 6 ounces Raspberries
- 1 cup Feta Cheese or White Cheddar Cheese
- 3/4 cup Sliced Almonds
- 3 Tablespoons Sugar
- 3/4 cup Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Red Apple Vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the greens by placing them in a large bowl or platter.
- Slice peaches and scatter them along with fresh raspberries and cheese over the greens.
- In a small saucepan, heat sliced almonds with sugar over low heat until the sugar melts and coats the almonds. Pour onto wax paper to cool.
- Sprinkle cooled candied almonds over the salad.
- For the dressing, mix olive oil, red apple vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl or shaker bottle. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Opt for ripe peaches for maximum sweetness. Toasting almonds before candying can enhance their flavor. Consider adding fresh herbs like mint for an aromatic twist.