Hot Peaches with Lettuce Salad
Elevate your salad game with this tantalizing recipe for *Hot Peaches with Lettuce Salad*! Perfectly caramelized peaches, lightly glazed with honey and balsamic vinegar, bring a warm, sweet-savory contrast to a bed of crisp mixed lettuce greens. A simple lemon and olive oil vinaigrette ties the dish together with fresh, zesty undertones, while toasted almonds add a delightful crunch. Optional crumbled feta cheese takes the flavor profile to the next level, balancing the richness of the fruit with a tangy, creamy bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and elegant salad is ideal for a light lunch, dinner starter, or even as the centerpiece of a summer gathering. Bursting with seasonal flavors and textures, it’s a unique and refreshing twist on a warm salad idea you’ll want to make again and again!
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Ingredients
- 4 whole peaches
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 6 cups mixed lettuce greens
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 2 tablespoons almonds (slivered or sliced, toasted)
- 1 ounce feta cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the peaches. Cut them into halves and remove the pits.
Step 2
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter.
Step 3
Place the peach halves cut-side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened and caramelized.
Step 4
Drizzle the honey over the peaches and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then add the balsamic vinegar. Swirl the pan to coat the peaches evenly in the glaze. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 6
Arrange the mixed lettuce greens on a large serving platter or individual salad plates.
Step 7
Gently place the warm peaches on top of the lettuce greens.
Step 8
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad, and if desired, crumble feta cheese on top for an extra layer of flavor.
Step 9
Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the salad just before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2156.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1156.9 |
| Total Fat 69.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 87.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 633.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.1g | |
| Protein 28.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 810.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5142.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories