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The BEST Peach Salad Recipe
I’ve been making this salad for years now and I still look forward to it every summer! So what’s the secret to making the perfect peach salad? Ripe peaches. That and the combination of these ingredients make for the BEST summer salad.
If you have ripe peaches, the flavors in this salad will be next-level! Peaches ripen at different times in the summer depending on where you are. But once they do, you’ll want to save this recipe and keep it on repeat (trust me, it’s SO good)!
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Why You’ll Love It
Here’s why you’ll love this Peach Mozzarella Salad recipe:
- 20 Minutes – This recipe is so quick! And minimal dishes to clean up.
- No-Cook – I’m all about a no-cook dinner recipe in the summer when it’s too hot to turn on the oven or stove!
- Easy + Healthy – This salad is easy to make and full of nutrition.
- Higher Protein – While there are many peach salad recipes out there, mine adds cooked chicken for added protein to make it the main meal. You can also add cooked tofu or sauteed crispy chickpeas for a vegetarian option (or omit it entirely)!
- Refreshing + Flavorful – The flavor and texture pairings of the ripe, sweet peaches with earthy spinach, creamy avocado, and fresh mozzarella are all brought together with a balsamic vinaigrette and crunchy walnuts. This salad is SO good!
Ingredients for Peach Mozzarella Salad
Peach Mozzarella Salad
- Ripe Peaches – Diced or sliced.
- Spinach – loosely chopped
- Mozzarella
- Avocado
- Chopped Walnuts
- Cooked Chicken
Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Dijon Mustard
- Garlic
- Honey (or agave syrup)
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Olive Oil
- Salt
How to Make a Peach Salad
Made with easy to find ingredients and added protein, this peach salad is great for a healthy summer dinner idea! Here’s how to make a peach salad in 4 simple steps:
- Loosely chop the spinach and divide it on plates or in a large salad bowl.
- Add diced or sliced peaches, mozzarella, avocado, chopped walnuts, and cooked chicken.
- Combine the balsamic vinaigrette ingredients and shake them together in a mason jar or salad dressing shaker.
- Drizzle over each of the salads or set aside for serving. Enjoy!
TIP: Try chopping the salad right in this Salad Chopper Blade + Bowl to save time!
Variations
Peach Burrata Salad
Replace the mozzarella with 8 ounces of fresh burrata cheese for a delicious flavor variation! Arrange the peaches,spinach, diced avocado, and chopped walnuts on a platter, then place the burrata in the center and drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette just before serving. Enjoy the creamy burrata with the sweet peaches and tangy dressing – it’s such an elegant way to serve this easy salad!
Peach Goat Cheese Salad
I love turning this peach salad into a Peach Goat Cheese Salad! Replace the mozzarella with 4-6 ounces of crumbled goat cheese instead. Combine the salad, then sprinkle the goat cheese on top and drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette just before serving. SO good!
Grilled Peach Salad
Turn this recipe into a Grilled Peach Salad by grilling the sliced peaches until they have grill marks and are slightly caramelized. This gives the recipe a delicious smoky-sweet flavor contrast! To grill the peaches:
- Heat your grill to medium-high, around 350-400°F.
- Cut the peaches in half and remove the pits. Lightly brush the cut sides with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the peach halves cut-side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and the peaches are slightly caramelized.
- Flip the peaches over and grill for another 2-3 minutes. Then cut into slices and top the salad!
Peach Caprese Salad
Use fresh mozzarella balls or slices and add loosely chopped fresh basil. Combine the rest of the salad and drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette just before serving. Garnish with more basil leaves for a classic Caprese twist!
How to Store
Peach salads are best served fresh, but there are ways to make it ahead of time for a gathering of to store leftovers!
To Make Ahead – Place each salad ingredient in a separate container, chopped and prepped, and add an airtight lid. You can also make the balsamic vinaigrette ahead of time and keep it in a mason jar. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or until ready to combine!
Storing Leftovers – If you have leftover salad that’s already been combined, place it in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 hours.
More Peach Recipes
- Homemade Creamy Peach Popsicles
- Peach Yogurt Smoothie Recipe
- Peaches n’ Cream Overnight Oats
- Wholesome PeachMuffins
More Healthy Summer Salads
- Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad
- Spicy Southwest Salad Recipe
- Central American Salad In A Jar
- Chili Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad
- Avocado Strawberry Spinach Salad
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Peach Salad Recipe
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Equipment
- Salad Chopper Blade + Bowl optional
Ingredients
Peach Mozzarella Salad
- 2-3 large peaches (diced or sliced)
- 6-7 cups spinach (loosely chopped)
- 8 ounces mozzarella
- 1 large avocado
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 3-4 cups diced cooked chicken
Balsamic Vinaigrette
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 Tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Loosely chop the spinach and add to plates or a large salad bowl.
- Add diced or sliced peaches, mozzarella, avocado, walnuts, and cooked chicken.
- Combine the balsamic vinaigrette ingredients in a salad shaker or mason jar and shake until smooth.
- Pour over the salads or set next to the salad bowl for serving.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Tip: This salad is best when it’s made with very ripe peaches!
- To Make Ahead – Place each salad ingredient in a separate container, chopped and prepped, and add an airtight lid. You can also make the balsamic vinaigrette ahead of time and keep it in a mason jar. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or until ready to combine!
- Storing Leftovers – If you have leftover salad that’s already been combined, place it in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 hours.
Anna says:
Thank you for this delicious salad. My family loved it. The combo of ingredients was perfect and the dressing was the best balsamic dressing we have ever had.
Linda says:
How to you prevent peaches’ turning brown when you make ahead?
Christine McMichael replied:
I would probably just wait to add the peaches right before if you can, but if not then you can soak the diced or sliced peaches in lemon juice before adding them to the salad. It will change the flavor a bit, though!
Swathi says:
Peach Mozzarella salad is delicious it is crispy and refreshing. combo of cheese and fruit is yum.
Nora says:
Super delicious peach mozzarella salad! Perfect for those hot summer days we are going through right now!
Amy Liu Dong says:
Wow! This salad dish looks amazingly delicious! The color combination it gives making it so enticing and very tempting! Definitely a healthy treat that will be love and enjoy by many!
Adriana says:
Perfect salad for peach season. Totally loved it!
Sherry says:
My husband and I couldn’t get enough of this salad. Definitely making it again!