Ingredients
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- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
- ¼ cup toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach leaves. Top with sliced peaches, avocado, and crumbled goat cheese. If you like crunch, sprinkle toasted pecans or walnuts on top.
- Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the salad. Gently toss to coat all ingredients thoroughly, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic touch. Serve immediately for the freshest taste or chill for 15-20 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- To keep the salad fresh longer, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and add dressing just before serving.
- Using ripe peaches enhances sweetness and flavor in this salad.
- For vegan variation, omit goat cheese or substitute with plant-based cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing, assembling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg