Peach Salad at Home

Peach Salad brings all the best summer flavors together: juicy peaches, creamy avocado, sugared almonds, and an unbelievably good citrus dressing!

Author’s Notes

Proof That I’ll Pick Greens Over Brownies (Ok…Sometimes)

I’m a die-hard chocolate girlie but this peach salad? I’d pick it over a brownie and I’m not even joking.

When the peaches are sweet and the avocados are creamy, this salad feels like a total treat. The flavors, the textures, and a reliable citrus dressing (it’s the same one from my strawberry salad) just all work together evenly!

The crunchy sugared almonds give it that sweet and salty bite, the feta adds a little tang, and the dressing ties everything together with a bright citrusy finish.

It’s fresh, bright, and honestly one of a reliable things I make every summer!

How To Cut Peaches For This Salad

To cut a peach, slice along the natural seam from top to bottom. Twist the two halves apart. Remove the pit by scooping it out with a spoon or pulling it out with your fingers.

If your peach isn’t ripe enough to twist open, simply cut around the pit as best you can, then slice or chop it for the salad. For a fun twist, try grilling the peaches first!

chelsea’s recipe tip

Check If Your Peaches Are Salad-Ready

• Give a gentle squeeze. If it has a little give, it’s likely ready.
• Check the color. Look for deep yellow or golden tones, not pale.
• Look at the stem. Wrinkly skin near the stem means it’s ripe.
• Smell it. A ripe peach will smell sweet and peachy.

Quick Tip

Fully ripe avocados are game changers in this peach salad. They add that creamy texture and rich flavor that makes every bite better. To check for ripeness, gently press near the stem. If it gives slightly, it’s ready to go!

Storage

Only dress what you plan to eat right away. Once the salad is tossed with dressing and avocado, it doesn’t keep well (the avocado browns and the greens wilt). If you’re not eating it all at once, just dress the portion you’re serving.

Use Leftover Peaches In These Recipes:

Fruit Salads

Peach Fruit Salad

Desserts

Grilled Peaches Recipe

Desserts

Peach Cobbler

Beverages

Peach Lemonade

Peach Salad Tips

• Cut avocados last: This keeps them from browning before serving.
• Chill the dressing: Let it sit in the fridge for extra flavor. Great prepared ahead!
• Dress lightly: Start with a little dressing and add more as needed.
• Layer ingredients: If serving for guests, layer ingredients instead of tossing to keep it pretty!

Variations

Make This Peach Salad Your Own!

• Peach Salad with Burrata: Swap the feta for burrata and add a little prosciutto.
• Add protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or prosciutto turns this into a main dish.
• Peach Salad with Corn: Try this peach feta salad.
• Swap the nuts: Try roasted, lightly salted pistachios (coarsely chopped).
• Make it vegan: Use pure maple syrup in place of honey and skip the cheese.
• Different dressing: This salad is also amazing with a balsamic dressing.