Lettuce Peaches and Basil

Elevate your salad game with the vibrant and refreshing "Lettuce Peaches and Basil." This simple yet sophisticated recipe combines tender butter lettuce, juicy ripe peaches, and aromatic fresh basil for a burst of summer flavors in every bite. Tossed in a light homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of honey, this no-cook dish is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch or as a standout side at your next gathering. With its balance of sweet, tangy, and herbaceous notes, this colorful salad delivers seasonal freshness and elegance to your table. Ideal for showcasing ripe, summer peaches, this recipe will become your go-to for easy, healthy eating!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 head butter lettuce
2 whole ripe peaches
10 leaves fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the butter lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash the peaches, cut them in half to remove the pits, and slice them into thin wedges. Add the peach slices to the salad bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Gently rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them into smaller pieces. Add the basil to the salad.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to combine.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, summery salad!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(524.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	525.2

Total Fat 43.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 604.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.2mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 973.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.2%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 27.7%