Peach Salad brings all the best summer flavors together: juicy peaches, creamy avocado, sugared almonds, and an unbelievably good citrus dressing!
Author’s Notes
Proof That I’ll Pick Greens Over Brownies (Ok…Sometimes)
I’m a die-hard chocolate girlie but this peach salad? I’d pick it over a brownie and I’m not even joking.
When the peaches are sweet and the avocados are creamy, this salad feels like a total treat. The flavors, the textures, and my favorite citrus dressing (it’s the same one from my strawberry salad) just all work together perfectly!
The crunchy sugared almonds give it that sweet and salty bite, the feta adds a little tang, and the dressing ties everything together with a bright citrusy finish.
It’s fresh, bright, and honestly one of my favorite things I make every summer!
How To Cut Peaches For This Salad
To cut a peach, slice along the natural seam from top to bottom. Twist the two halves apart. Remove the pit by scooping it out with a spoon or pulling it out with your fingers.
If your peach isn’t ripe enough to twist open, just cut around the pit as best as you can, then slice or chop the peach for the salad.
Check If Your Peaches Are Salad-Ready
- Give a gentle squeeze. If it has a little give, it’s likely ready.
- Check the color. Look for deep yellow or golden tones, not pale.
- Look at the stem. Wrinkly skin near the stem means it’s ripe.
- Smell it. A ripe peach will smell sweet and peachy.
Quick Tip
Fully ripe avocados are game changers in this peach salad. They add that creamy texture and rich flavor that makes every bite better. To check for ripeness, gently press near the stem. If it gives slightly, it’s ready to go!
Storage
Only dress what you plan to eat right away. Once the salad is tossed with dressing and avocado, it doesn’t keep well (the avocado browns and the greens wilt). If you’re not eating it all at once, just dress the portion you’re serving.
Use Leftover Peaches In These Recipes:
Fruit Salads
Peach Fruit Salad
Desserts
Grilled Peaches Recipe
Desserts
Peach Cobbler
Beverages
Peach Lemonade
Peach Salad
Equipment
- Large bowl or salad platter
Ingredients
- 1/2 small red onion very thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
- 10 ounces mixed greens 12-14 cups (lightly packed)
- 2 ripe peaches or nectarines (2 cups)
- 2 ripe avocados diced or thinly sliced (2 cups)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 clementine oranges
- 1 large lemon
- 2-1/2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Dressing: Zest and juice the citrus to get 2 teaspoons orange zest, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 4 tablespoons orange juice, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Add citrus zest and juice to a small blender jar with the rest of the dressing ingredients. Blend until smooth and emulsified. Don’t overblend.
- Almonds: Add almonds and sugar to a large pan over medium heat. Stir constantly for 4-5 minutes, until sugar melts and coats the almonds and they’re lightly toasted. Watch closely to avoid burning. Remove from heat, stir to coat evenly, then spread in a single layer on parchment to cool. Break apart once hardened.
- Place sliced onion in a small bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of the dressing. Let it sit while assembling the rest of the salad.
- This salad is best served immediately after it’s dressed, so wait to add dressing until you’re ready to serve (see storage). Add mixed greens to a large bowl. Drizzle with a few tablespoons of the dressing and toss to coat. Add red onion, peaches, avocados, candied almonds, and cheese.
- Drizzle on more dressing (adding to preference) and gently toss again. Serve with extra dressing on the side, if desired. You may not need all the dressing. Enjoy right away!
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Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Peach Salad Tips
- Use ripe fruit: Sweet peaches and creamy avocados make all the difference.
- Cut avocados last: This keeps them from browning before serving.
- Chill the dressing: Let it sit in the fridge for extra flavor. Great prepared ahead!
- Dress lightly: Start with a little dressing and add more as needed.
- Layer ingredients: If serving for guests, layer ingredients instead of tossing to keep it pretty!
Variations
Make This Peach Salad Your Own!
- Peach Salad with Burrata: Swap the feta for burrata and add a little prosciutto.
- Add protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or prosciutto turns this into a main dish.
- Peach Salad with Corn: Try this peach feta salad.
- Swap the nuts: Try roasted, lightly salted pistachios (coarsely chopped).
- Make it vegan: Use pure maple syrup in place of honey and skip the cheese.
- Different dressing: This salad is also amazing with a balsamic dressing.
Components, yes! Prep the dressing, candy the almonds, and slice the onion early. Wait to cut the avocado and toss everything together until just before serving.
Absolutely. Grilled peaches add a smoky flavor that works beautifully with the other ingredients.
This peach salad is absolutely delicious! Thank you!
Yay! So thrilled you enjoyed! Thanks Damian!
Sounds so good! I have a ton of peaches on hand, a big chunk of French feta and an avocado tree!
Delish! You’re going to love this salad!
Made this tonight and it was so good!! The almonds I used were roasted and salted but didn’t have honey on them but the salad was sweet enough with the peach that I didn’t feel it was missing.
Yay! So glad you enjoyed! Thanks Laura! 🙂
Perfect summer salad, with just the right
combination of ingredients and
dressing. We used the feta substitute.
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks Susan! 🙂