Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s a no-cook, quick salad perfect for warm weather.
The combination of fresh fruits and veggies offers a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors.
The salad is versatile—swap in your favorite seasonal fruits or greens.
It’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be easily customized.
A fresh, colorful dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

Baby spinach or your preferred greens
Cherry tomatoes (halved)
Fresh peaches (quartered)
Fresh strawberries (quartered)
Crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Sunflower seeds (or nuts like pecans or walnuts)

For the Honey Mustard Dressing:

Olive oil (or avocado oil)
Mustard (yellow, Dijon, or grainy)
Honey (preferably raw, local honey)
Fresh garlic (minced)
Fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, quartered peaches, quartered strawberries, crumbled feta, parsley, and sunflower seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, honey, garlic, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with more parsley if desired.

Servings and Timing

Servings: 4-6
Prep time: 15 minutes

Variations

Swap out the feta for goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.
Use different fruits like plums, nectarines, or watermelon for variety.
Add a protein, like grilled chicken or chickpeas, to make this a more filling meal.

Storage/Reheating

This salad is best enjoyed immediately for freshness, but the ingredients (without the dressing) can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Keep the dressing separate if storing for leftovers to prevent sogginess.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the salad ingredients ahead of time, but wait to add the dressing until just before serving.

Can I use other fruits instead of peaches and strawberries?

Absolutely! Feel free to swap in other seasonal fruits like watermelon, nectarines, or even grapes.

Is this salad gluten-free?

Yes, this salad is naturally gluten-free.

How long will leftovers last?

Leftovers without the dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to 1-2 days. It’s best eaten fresh.

Can I substitute the sunflower seeds?

Yes, you can use any type of nuts or seeds you like, such as pecans, slivered almonds, or pumpkin seeds.

How do I make this salad vegan?

To make it vegan, substitute the feta cheese with a plant-based cheese or omit it altogether.

Can I use bottled lemon juice?

Fresh lemon juice will give a brighter flavor, but bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.

Can I use a different dressing?

Yes, you can use balsamic vinaigrette, olive oil with balsamic vinegar, or any other dressing of your choice.

Is this a good salad for a picnic?

Yes, it’s a great picnic salad! Just pack the dressing separately to keep the salad fresh.

Can I add protein to this salad?

Yes, grilled chicken, shrimp, or even chickpeas would pair wonderfully with this salad.

Conclusion

This Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry is the perfect way to enjoy fresh, seasonal produce. The mix of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors makes it an ideal side dish or a light meal. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that you’ll want to make all summer long.

Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry

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Author: Julia
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

This Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for summer. The juicy tomatoes, sweet peaches, and strawberries contrast beautifully with salty feta and crunchy sunflower seeds. Drizzled with a homemade honey mustard dressing, this colorful and nutritious salad is ideal as a light meal or a side dish.

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, quartered peaches, quartered strawberries, crumbled feta, parsley, and sunflower seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, mustard, honey, garlic, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with more parsley if desired.

Notes

You can swap the feta for goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.

Feel free to experiment with different fruits like plums, nectarines, or watermelon.

For a more filling meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad, Side Dish
Method: Tossing
Cuisine: American