Description
Summer Peach Salad with Pistachios is a fresh and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This salad combines juicy, ripe peaches with crunchy pistachios, aromatic basil, and peppery arugula, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch, this versatile recipe can also be enjoyed as a unique dessert when paired with vegan ice cream. With its nutritious ingredients and quick preparation time, this salad is sure to impress your guests while being a healthy option for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe peaches
- 7 to 10 fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil (or another neutral oil)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon agave
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 4 cups arugula
Instructions
- Cut the peaches into 1-inch wedges and place them in a serving bowl.
- Stack the basil leaves, roll them up tightly, and slice into thin ribbons; add to the bowl.
- Toast the chopped pistachios in a small skillet over medium-low heat for about three minutes until fragrant; add to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together grapeseed oil, lemon juice, agave, and salt; pour over the peach mixture and gently stir. Sprinkle with hemp seeds.
- Serve over a bed of arugula in individual bowls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Opt for slightly soft peaches for maximum sweetness. Experiment with different greens like spinach or mixed greens. Customize toppings by adding other nuts or seeds based on your preference.