Description
A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad combining peppery arugula, juicy peaches, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted pecans bound by a honey-Dijon vinaigrette. This nutrient-packed dish balances sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Fresh arugula – 6 cups
Ripe peaches – 4 large (pitted and sliced)
Goat cheese – 1/2 cup (crumbled)
Toasted pecans – 1/4 cup
Red onion – 1/4 cup (thinly sliced)
Extra-virgin olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Aged balsamic vinegar – 1 tablespoon
Dijon mustard – 1 teaspoon
Honey – 1 tablespoon
Sea salt – to taste
Fresh thyme – 1 teaspoon (optional garnish)
Instructions
Wash arugula and pat dry
Thinly slice red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain
Slice peaches and remove pits
Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt
In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, peach slices, soaked red onion, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted pecans
Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated
Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately
Notes
For a vegetarian version, ensure the balsamic vinegar is vegan
Substitute arugula with rocket or mixed greens for different texture
Add avocado slices for additional creaminess
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 hours (dressing may cause salting over time)
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Healthy Salad Recipes for Busy Families
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg