Description
When those perfect summer peaches start appearing at the farmers market, I know exactly what I’m making first – this gorgeous Summer Peach & Blueberry Kale Salad. The combination of sweet juicy peaches, plump blueberries, and hearty kale creates a salad that’s both substantial and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Massage kale for 2–3 minutes until tender and darker in color.
- In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until emulsified.
- Add cooked quinoa to massaged kale with half the dressing. Toss well to combine.
- Fold in sliced peaches, blueberries, red onion, and mint leaves gently.
- Top with feta cheese and toasted almonds.
- Drizzle remaining dressing just before serving. Garnish with extra fruit, mint, and feta for a beautiful finish.
Notes
Store assembled salad (minus almonds) in the fridge up to 2 days. For longer freshness, store components separately. Add feta, almonds, and dressing when ready to eat. Great for potlucks, light dinners, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (quinoa only)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: summer salad, peach salad, blueberry kale salad, quinoa salad, vegetarian