Ingredients
Method
Prep the fruit:
- Wash and slice the peaches thinly. Rinse the blueberries and pat dry.
Build the base:
- In a large salad bowl, layer the greens and scatter over the peaches and blueberries.
Add the good stuff:
- Sprinkle feta cheese, red onion slices, and chopped mint.
Make the vinaigrette:
- In a small jar, shake together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Dress and toss:
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Garnish (if you’re feelin’ fancy):
- Top with nuts, avocado, or grilled protein if desired.
Serve immediately:
- Best enjoyed fresh and slightly chilled.
Notes
Blueberry Peach Feta Salad – Helpful Tips
Cooking Tips & Techniques- Use ripe fruit: Make sure your peaches are slightly soft to the touch and your blueberries are plump and sweet—it makes all the difference in flavor.
- Slice peaches thinly: Thin slices let the juices mingle with the dressing and coat the greens more evenly.
- Toast your nuts: If you're adding walnuts or almonds, toast them in a dry skillet for a few minutes to release their oils and deepen the flavor.
- Dress just before serving: Toss everything with the vinaigrette right before serving to avoid soggy greens.
- Balance the flavors: The sweetness of fruit, tang of feta, and brightness of vinaigrette should play together in harmony. Taste and adjust as needed!
- Serve as a light lunch with a slice of crusty sourdough or pair with grilled chicken or shrimp for a more filling dinner.
- Plate it over arugula, baby spinach, or spring mix for a leafy base that won’t overpower the fruit.
- Drizzle with a touch of balsamic glaze or honey just before serving for added depth.
- For entertaining, serve in a chilled bowl or arrange on a platter for a stunning centerpiece.
- Make-ahead: Prep and chill the fruit, nuts, and dressing up to 1 day in advance—but keep them separate. Assemble just before serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. It’s best enjoyed fresh since the greens can wilt quickly.
- Avoid freezing: This salad isn’t freezer-friendly due to the delicate nature of the fruit and greens.
- Add avocado: Creamy slices of avocado bring richness and balance out the tangy feta.
- Go grainy: Toss in cooked quinoa, farro, or couscous to make it a hearty grain bowl-style salad.
- Use goat cheese: Swap feta for creamy goat cheese for a milder, tangy variation.
- Swap peaches: Try nectarines, mangoes, or even fresh strawberries if peaches aren’t in season.
- Crunch it up: Add candied pecans, sunflower seeds, or crispy prosciutto bits for texture and flavor contrast.
