Peach Salad with Avocado and Toasted Almonds
Peach Salad with Avocado and Toasted Almonds is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Bursting with juicy peaches, creamy avocado, and crunchy toasted almonds, this salad is as delightful to eat as it is visually stunning. Perfect for barbecues or light lunches, it’s easy to prepare and customizable, making it a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the peaches and slice them into wedges.
- Halve the avocado, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice.
- Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, create a base with mixed greens. Layer peach wedges and avocado slices on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper for dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Top with toasted almonds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Swap almonds for walnuts or pecans if desired. - Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for an extra layer of flavor. - For added sweetness, drizzle balsamic glaze on top.