Blueberry Peach Feta Salad
This blueberry peach feta salad is a celebration of summer! It combines sweet peaches, juicy blueberries, crunchy cucumber, and salty feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon-basil vinaigrette. It's the perfect refreshing, light, and beautiful side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 ripe peaches (diced)
- 2 Persian cucumber (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
For the Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp honey until blended.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine 2 cup fresh blueberries, 2 diced peaches, 2 sliced Persian cucumbers, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad ingredients, and gently toss everything together until it is lightly and evenly coated in the dressing.
- Add Feta and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle ½ cup crumbled feta cheese over the top. Give the salad one final gentle toss and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use the freshest, ripest fruit you can find.
- Store the dressing and salad separately if making ahead of time.
- Feel free to add toasted nuts like pecans for extra crunch.
- Arugula or spinach can be added for a heartier green salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to one day.