Description
Summer Peach Blueberry Kale Salad is the perfect dish to celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer. This refreshing salad combines hearty kale, juicy peaches, and sweet blueberries, all drizzled with a bright honey-lemon vinaigrette. Topped with crunchy toasted pepitas, this colorful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or craving a light meal, this versatile salad delivers delightful flavors and can be prepared in just 25 minutes. Enjoy it as a side dish or a wholesome main course, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 bunches of kale, chopped
- 3–4 fresh peaches, diced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup pepitas
- 1 lemon (for massaging kale)
- Olive oil (for massaging kale)
- 4 lemons juiced
- 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 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 jar or bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, olive oil, and black pepper for the vinaigrette. Chill until ready to use.
- Remove stems from kale and chop into bite-sized pieces. Massage with olive oil and juice from one lemon for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add diced peaches and rinsed blueberries to the kale.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately topped with toasted pepitas.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg