Peach Salad Recipe with Basil
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Peach Salad Recipe with Basil
Description
The salad is prepared by gently coating bite-sized peach pieces in honey and a small amount of salt to enhance their natural sweetness. Fresh basil leaves are thinly sliced and folded in, adding a fragrant herbal note that brightens the dish. Chevre cheese is folded in last, contributing creamy texture and tanginess that contrast pleasantly with the fruit and basil.
The salad requires no cooking and is meant to be served right after assembling to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients. The flavor profile balances juicy sweetness from peaches, a subtle honey glaze, aromatic basil, and smooth, low-acid goat cheese.
This salad pairs well with light meals or as a refreshing starter during warmer seasons. Its simplicity allows the quality and ripeness of the ingredients to stand out. Adjust salt lightly to balance flavors.
Ingredients
- 4-6 peach pitted and cut into bite-size pieces, ripe
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 6 basil thinly sliced, leaves
- 1/2 cup chevre or plain chevre with a little lemon zest, lemon
- salt pinch
Instructions
- Place the peaches in a bowl. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat.
- Gently fold in basil and chevre. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 99 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 69mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 540IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 6.6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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