Studded with juicy peaches, plump blueberries, crisp cucumber, and crumbled feta, this easy blueberry peach salad is the dreamiest summer salad. It’s a little sweet, crunchy, and coated with a vibrant lime vinaigrette to provide an extra pop of flavor. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, BBQs, and more! {Gluten-free & Vegetarian}
Elysia’s Recipe Recap
Texture: Lots of crunch with tender bites of fresh peach, bursting blueberries and creamy feta
Taste: Sweet, refreshing, with a slightly tangy dressing
Ease: This is a super simple throw-it-together kind of salad that takes moments to prepare.
Recommended: Love this one as a side or served with grilled chicken for a light meal!
Would I make these again? Absolutely! This is the perfect peach salad for the height of summer and it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
For more refreshing summer salads, try this Arugula Nectarine Salad or this Strawberry and Blueberry Salad!
Why We Love This Peach Blueberry Salad
- Ready in just minutes
- Packed with fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Naturally sweeter flavor ideal for the veggie skeptics out there
- Gorgeous, colorful and festive for summery cookouts and parties
Ingredient Notes
For the salad
- Fresh arugula: This is the ideal base since arugula has more of a peppery flavor that complements the fresh fruits. Feel free to try baby spinach instead or use a mix of the two.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries add a nice pop, as well as a range of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
- Fresh peaches: Choose fully ripe peaches for maximum flavor.. Freestone peaches are the best since you can remove the pit without any mess! Feel free to use white peaches, nectarines, or even other types of stone fruit.
- English cucumber: For a crisp, cooling bite.
- Crumbled feta cheese: Salty feta adds a nice creaminess. Goat cheese will also work instead.
- Slivered almonds: For crunch and healthy fats. Be sure to toast them first for the best flavor.
- Fresh basil: Adds an aromatic note. If you aren’t into basil, feel free to try fresh mint instead or leave it out altogether.
For the lime salad dressing
- Lime juice: Adds a bright, aromatic note that makes the salad taste even more refreshing.
- Light olive oil: This has a milder flavor than regular extra virgin olive oil, which will let the fruit flavors stand out even more.
- Honey: For a touch of sweetness. Maple syrup works, too.
- White wine vinegar: Adds a mild acidity. White balsamic vinegar can work in a pinch.
- Dijon mustard: To emulsify the dressing together.
How to Make Blueberry Peach Feta Salad
- In a skillet, set over medium heat, toast almonds until golden brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl or jar.
- Toss together the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour desired amount of dressing over the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Storage Guidelines
Store any dressing on the side, and place the leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Although the ingredients will stay fresh for all that time, the sliced peaches will begin to soften and wrinkle a bit. It can help to add those separately for the freshest flavor.
Serving Suggestions
This blueberry summer salad is exactly that – a sweet, fresh, and fruity green salad ideal for all your summer gatherings. It’s a great way to serve extra greens and fruit during the summer, especially alongside grilled burgers, skewers, and more.
The flavors pair really well with these Chicken Feta Burgers, although I also like playing off the fresh basil with these Pesto Chicken Burgers.
Recipe Variations
- Make it more savory: Add sliced red onion to the salad.
- Add more protein: If you’d like to make the salad more of a main meal, top with your favorite grilled protein (shrimp, salmon, chicken) or leftover rotisserie chicken.
- Make it vegan: Replace the feta with vegan feta.
More Summer Salad Recipes
- Blueberry Walnut Salad
- Grilled Chicken Strawberry Salad
- Panera Bread Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
- Asparagus Tomato Salad
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Summer Blueberry Peach Salad with Feta Cheese
Ingredients
For the salad
- 5 ounces arugula
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 cups chopped or sliced peaches
- Half an English cucumber, quartered and sliced
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
For the dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons light olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet, set over medium heat, toast almonds until golden brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl or jar.
- Toss together the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Pour desired amount of dressing over the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Watch the almonds closely and toss them every once in a while to ensure they don’t burn.
- If you make this salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until right before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
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