Garden Greens with Yellow Tomatoes and Peaches
Brighten up your table with this stunning Garden Greens with Yellow Tomatoes and Peaches salad! This vibrant recipe combines a medley of fresh garden greens—think arugula, spinach, and baby kale—with the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches and the sunny charm of golden yellow tomatoes. A sprinkle of fresh basil and a touch of red onion add layers of flavor, while a simple homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey ties it all together. For an optional burst of texture, top with crushed pistachios and tangy goat cheese or feta. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook dish is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy, ideal as a show-stopping starter or a refreshing side salad. Whether you’re entertaining or craving something fresh and wholesome, this recipe captures the essence of summer in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed garden greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, baby kale)
- 2 medium yellow tomatoes
- 2 medium ripe peaches
- 0.25 small red onion
- 0.25 cup basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup crushed pistachios (optional)
- 0.25 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta (optional)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the garden greens. Set aside in a large salad bowl.
Slice the yellow tomatoes into thin wedges or rounds, depending on your preference, and add them to the greens.
Halve and pit the peaches, then slice them into thin wedges. Add the peach slices to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and scatter it over the salad for a mild, savory bite.
Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces or leave them whole, depending on their size, and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the greens are lightly coated.
If desired, sprinkle crushed pistachios and crumbled goat cheese or feta over the top for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy this light and flavorful dish as a starter or accompaniment to a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.8 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 666 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2426 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
