Description
This Summer Peach and Blueberry Kale Salad is a refreshing and wholesome salad that combines juicy peaches, sweet blueberries, tender kale, and crunchy nuts with a tangy homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for summer meals, it’s a vibrant and nutrient-rich dish you can enjoy as a light lunch, side salad, or vegetarian main.
Ingredients
- Fresh kale, stemmed and chopped
- Fresh peaches, sliced
- Fresh blueberries
- Crumbled goat cheese or feta
- Toasted almonds, pecans, or sunflower seeds
- Olive oil
- Apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- Honey or maple syrup
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
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Stem and chop kale, then massage with olive oil and a pinch of salt until softened.
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In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
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Toss massaged kale with vinaigrette until evenly coated.
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Gently fold in sliced peaches and blueberries.
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Top with goat cheese or feta and toasted nuts or seeds just before serving.
Notes
- Swap blueberries with blackberries or strawberries as desired.
- Add avocado or a dollop of yogurt dressing for extra creaminess.
- Substitute kale with arugula or spinach if preferred.
- For a more filling version, add cooked quinoa or grilled chicken.
- Use blue cheese for a stronger flavor alternative to goat cheese.
