Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with our Summer Peach & Blueberry Kale Salad. This colorful dish showcases juicy peaches and sweet blueberries, beautifully complemented by nutrient-rich kale and crunchy almonds. Perfect for picnics, light lunches, or as a refreshing side at barbecues, this salad is both pleasing to the eye and packed with nutrition. The delightful balance of sweet and savory, combined with a zesty dressing, makes it a versatile option that appeals to everyone. Whether served alone or paired with grilled chicken for added protein, this salad will brighten up any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch curly kale, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese or plant-based alternative
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, massage chopped kale with olive oil and salt until tender.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Mix cooked quinoa into the massaged kale along with half of the dressing.
- Gently fold in sliced peaches, blueberries, red onion, and mint leaves.
- Top with feta cheese and toasted almonds.
- Drizzle remaining dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use ripe fruit for maximum sweetness. Feel free to customize ingredients by adding seasonal fruits or swapping out toppings based on preference.