Ingredients
Salad
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 2 peaches, diced
- 2 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped basil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, add the fresh blueberries, diced peaches, sliced Persian cucumbers, and crumbled feta. Gently toss to distribute the ingredients evenly, being careful not to crush the fruit.
- Make the Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette: In a small jar with a lid or in a measuring cup, combine the fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, chopped basil, and a generous pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Secure the lid and shake vigorously, or whisk until the ingredients are emulsified and well blended.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the serving bowl. Using a large spoon or salad tongs, gently toss to coat everything evenly with the dressing without mashing the fruit or feta.
- Season and Serve: Taste the salad, adding more salt or pepper if needed. Garnish with additional chopped basil if desired. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve for a chilled, refreshing salad.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture.
- English cucumber can be substituted for Persian cucumbers.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but can be refrigerated for a few hours before serving.
- Add a sprinkle of toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based feta or omit cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 11mg