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Caramelized Peach & Blueberry Salad

Caramelized Peach & Blueberry Salad! Juicy, caramelized peaches, fresh blueberries & ricotta cheese take this salad over the top!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: The Kitchen Prep

Ingredients

For Caramelized Peaches

  • 2 peaches pitted & sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

For Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoosn fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For Salad

  • 1 container baby kale salad mix or favorite greens
  • ½ cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup pickled shallots

Instructions

Caramelize Peaches

  • In a small skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add brown sugar and stir, allowing the sugar to dissolve and the mixture to become bubbly.
  • Add the peaches to the sugar mixture and cook until some of the juices begin to leak out and the caramel mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Flip the peaches to cook and caramelize other sides, turning carefully as not to break them up. Swirl them around a bit in the pan to coat them in the sugar mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the liquid has become syrupy and the peaches are softened and caramelized.

Make Vinaigrette

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt and fresh black pepper until emulsified.

Assemble Salad

  • Divide greens among 4 dishes. Top with caramelized peaches, blueberries and dollops of ricotta cheese.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts or pecans. Top with pickled shallots.
  • Drizzle with vinaigrette just before serving.

Notes

Variations
    • Use other leafy greens such as spinach, arugula, or mixed salad greens. Each will add a slightly different flavor and texture to the salad.
    • Try substituting the blueberries with sliced strawberries, raspberries, or even pomegranate seeds for a burst of sweetness and vibrant color.
    • If you prefer a different type of nut, you can swap walnuts with sliced almonds, pecans, or even roasted pine nuts.
    • Crumbled goat cheese, feta, or even shaved Parmesan would all work well in place of ricotta. For an extra decadent twist, add pieces of burrata!
    • If you'd like to make the salad more substantial, you can add a protein such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
    • Cooked grains like quinoa, farro, or bulgur wheat can add extra texture and nutritional value, as well as make the salad more filling.
Diet-Specific Substitutions
    • Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter in place of regular to caramelize the peaches. Omit the ricotta cheese or use plant-based ricotta.
    • Vegan: Use the substitutions listed above. Swap honey with agave or maple syrup.