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A fresh sweet peach salad with mixed greens, goat cheese crumbles, and toasted pecans on a white plate.
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Sweet Peach Goat Cheese Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 cups mixed spring greens
  • 2 large ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, chilled and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
  • 1/4 small red onion, mandoline-sliced into paper-thin rings
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1/2 cup extra -virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small stainless steel bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until the salt has dissolved.
  • Gradually incorporate the extra-virgin olive oil in a steady stream while whisking vigorously to create a stable emulsion.
  • Toast the pecan halves in a dry pan over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant, then set aside to cool.
  • In a large chilled mixing bowl, combine the mixed spring greens and sliced red onions.
  • Drizzle half of the vinaigrette over the greens and toss lightly with tongs until leaves are evenly coated.
  • Distribute the dressed greens across four plates; top each with peach wedges and toasted pecans.
  • Finish each salad by sprinkling crumbled goat cheese over the top and drizzling with the remaining vinaigrette.