Summer Peach Spinach Salad with Avocado, Toasted Almonds + Goat Cheese
This vibrant Summer Peach Spinach Salad combines the sweetness of ripe peaches, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese for a refreshing dish perfect for warm days. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this salad is an ideal choice for casual lunches, summer picnics, or elegant dinner parties. The nutritious ingredients make it not just delicious but also visually stunning, showcasing the best of seasonal produce. Enjoy this quick-to-make salad in just 15 minutes, and feel free to customize it based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 cups organic spinach
- 2 large peaches, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles (or sub feta)
- 1/2 cup sliced toasted almonds
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons sugar, pure maple syrup or honey to sweeten dressing
- Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Add sugar or sweetener if desired.
- Toss the Salad: In a large bowl, add spinach and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Add Toppings: Top the salad with sliced peaches, diced avocado, red onion, goat cheese crumbles, and toasted almonds. Toss gently again.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg