Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Peach & Blueberry Kale Salad. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch, this salad combines sweet, juicy peaches and plump blueberries with hearty kale and protein-packed quinoa. The delightful mix of textures and colors will impress your guests while providing a nutritious meal option. Tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and garlic, every bite bursts with flavor. Enjoy this versatile salad as a main course or side dish, and feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients for an extra twist.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch curly kale (about 8 cups chopped), stems removed and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, massage the chopped kale with olive oil and salt for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add cooked quinoa to the massaged kale along with half of the dressing and toss well.
- Gently fold in sliced peaches, blueberries, red onion, and mint leaves.
- Top with feta cheese and toasted almonds.
- Drizzle remaining dressing before serving and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Choose ripe peaches for optimal sweetness. Don’t skip massaging the kale; it enhances texture and flavor. Customize by adding proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas.