5-Minute Summer Peach & Feta Salad

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How to Make 5-Minute Summer Peach & Feta Salad

Ingredients

For the peach salad

• 1 ripe peach
• ½ red onion, sliced fine
• 1 cup salad greens
• 3.5 oz. (100g) Feta Cheese Crumbles
• Small handful of fresh basil 

For the salad dressing

• Fresh lemon juice (and zest) from 1 lemon
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Equipment

• Small jar with lid (for the dressing) or a Small wooden bowl
• Chef Knife
• Wooden Cutting Board
• Salad Serving Spoons
• Lemon Juicer (optional)
• Salad Serving platter

Instructions

Step 1 – Make the salad dressing

• Add the dressing ingredients to a small jar with a lid. 
• Shake for 30 seconds or until ingredients are combined. 

Step 2 – Make the Peach salad

• Lay a bed of salad greens then layer with some sliced red onion on top. 
• Cut a peach into thin slices around ½ cm thick (⅛ th inch). Add them to the salad.
• Crumble the feta over the top of the salad and garnish with fresh basil.

Step 3 – Add Dressing and serve

• Drizzle salad dressing over the salad right before serving.

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Cooking Tips: 

Choose peaches that are ripe, but still firm:

Look for fruit that’s sweet and juicy, yet firm enough to slice cleanly. Gently press near the stem—there should be slight give, but no softness or mushiness.

Reduce the sharpness of the red onion:

Mellow the red onion intensity and sharpness by slicing it fine and then submerging it into some iced water for 5 minutes. 

Try different cheeses:

We love the salty flavors of the feta cheese, but other cheeses also work well. Use a blue cheese such as gorgonzola for some extra tang, or use a soft goat’s cheese to really add a tangy kick to this salad. 

Grilled peaches:

This is a great summer salad recipe that works well as a side dish alongside your favorite barbecued meats or veg, and while you’ve got the grill hot, add the peaches for 2 minutes per side for some smoky flavor and goodness!

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Easy (No-Cook) Summer Salad Recipes

The summer struggle is real and here at The Happy Med HQ, and we are all about staying cool this summer. So much so that we’ve basically banned the oven this summer and have created lots of delicious summer salad recipes that require no cooking. That’s right – zip, zilch, nada, no cooking at all! 

So, grab your salad spoons and your favorite refreshment and let’s make the best salad ever this summer!

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Ingredient Pairing: Why This Recipe Works So Well. 

Ripe, Juicy Peaches

This 5-minute summer peach & feta salad is a masterclass in flavor pairing and texture contrast. At its heart are ripe peaches—juicy, sweet, and slightly floral—bringing a natural sweetness that perfectly balances the saltiness of crumbled feta cheese. The combination is both refreshing, slightly tart, and indulgent, making it ideal for summer when peaches are at their peak and are very sweet and juicy.

Red Onion

Red onion adds a gentle bite and sharpness, cutting through the richness of the feta and the sweetness of the peaches. When sliced finely, it enhances the salad without overpowering it. 

Another tip if you prefer less bite in the onion is to slice it and then submerge it in iced water for 5 minutes before adding it to the salad. 

Salad Greens and Basil

The salad greens, whether you choose baby spinach, arugula, or mixed leaves, serve as a crisp, neutral base that lets the bolder ingredients shine while adding a pleasant crunch.

Fresh basil ties everything together with its aromatic, slightly peppery notes. 

Tangy lemony flavors

The lemon zest adds a citrusy fragrance and flavor that amplifies the freshness of the peaches and basil. 

Together, these ingredients create a salad that’s light yet satisfying, with every bite offering a perfect blend of sweet, salty, creamy, crisp, and tangy. 

Optional Garnishes:

We feel this recipe is pretty perfect as written, but we’ve also explored a few garnishing options and have some suggestions for flavor and texture enhancements. 

• Lime – Add a zesty twist by adding a fresh squeeze of lime juice.
• Crushed pistachio nuts – add some nuts for extra crunch 
• Honey – Drizzle with honey for a burst of extra sweetness

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Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Nutrition Facts Table for one serving of the 5-minute summer peach & feta salad (based on a recipe serving 2 people). Note that values may vary depending on exact quantities and brands used.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value (DV)
Calories	210 kcal	11%
Total Fat	14 g	18%
– Saturated Fat	5 g	25%
Cholesterol	20 mg	7%
Sodium	370 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrates	16 g	6%
– Dietary Fiber	3 g	11%
– Total Sugars	13 g	—
Protein	5 g	10%
Vitamin C	18 mg	20%
Calcium	120 mg	9%
Iron	1 mg	6%
Vitamin A	750 IU	15%
Potassium	350 mg	7%

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Assumptions Made:

• Includes ~1 cup mixed greens and ~1 tbsp lemon juice per serving
• 1 peach = ~150g
• 100g feta cheese divided between 2 servings
• 1 tbsp olive oil per serving

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