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Sweet Peach Kale Salad with Feta & Toasted Pecans

A delicious sweet and salty salad that takes advantage of fresh summer produce. Peaches are paired with salty feta and nutty toasted pecans for a delicious flavor combination. Add to marinated kale and arugula for a fresh and healthy summer salad.
Course Salad
Cuisine vegetarian
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 4 cups kale, shredded
  • 3 cups arugula
  • 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 2 peaches, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pecans

Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine grain sea salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  • In a small jar or bowl, whisk together all of the vinaigrette ingredients. Set aside.
  • Place the kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and massage with your hands to incorporate the dressing and tenderize the kale. Set aside to let the kale marinate until the other ingredients are ready. 
  • In a small pan, toast the pecans over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant. Stir a few times. 
  • Transfer the pecans and feta to the kale, along with the arugula, red onion and peaches and toss all the ingredients together. Serve immediately.

Notes

This salad makes 4 servings if used as a main part of a meal. You'll get 4 or more servings if making it as a side dish.
Feel free to use goat cheese instead of feta.
You can also use vegan feta or skip the cheese for a vegan option.
You can omit or reduce the onions in this recipe if you're not a fan of raw onions. You could use green onions instead for a milder taste.
You can replace the kale with more delicate greens, such as baby spinach or regular green lettuce. Skip the massaging step if using these.