Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Peach Blueberry Kale Salad. This colorful dish features juicy peaches and sweet blueberries combined with nutrient-rich kale, all tossed in a bright honey-lemon vinaigrette. Topped with crunchy pepitas, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Perfect for warm days, summer gatherings, or as a light meal on its own, this salad is quick to prepare and easy to customize based on your preferences. Enjoy the delightful balance of sweet and savory in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 bunches kale
- 3–4 fresh peaches
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup pepitas
- 1 lemon
- Olive oil
- For the vinaigrette: 4 lemons, 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp honey, 1/4 cup olive oil, cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread pepitas on the baking sheet and toast for 5–6 minutes until golden; set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, olive oil, and black pepper; refrigerate.
- Remove kale leaves from stems, chop into bite-sized pieces, and massage with olive oil and juice from one lemon for about 5 minutes.
- Add diced peaches and blueberries to the kale.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with toasted pepitas before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg