Ingredients and Weight:
- Baby spinach: 1 pound (washed and dried)
- Peaches: 1 pound (pitted and sliced)
- Raspberries: 1 cup
- Walnuts: 1/2 cup (toasted)
- Goat cheese: 1/4 cup (crumbled)
- Red onion: 1/4 cup (thinly sliced)
- Balsamic vinegar: 1/4 cup
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Difficulty Level: 1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Grill the peach slices on a grill pan or in a grill basket over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and softened. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, grilled peaches, raspberries, walnuts, and goat cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Top with red onion slices and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15 grams (23% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams (15% DV)
- Cholesterol: 25 milligrams (8% DV)
- Sodium: 210 milligrams (9% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams (9% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 4 grams (16% DV)
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Protein: 7 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Fresh and flavorful
- Sweet and savory balance
- Colorful and visually appealing
- Healthy and nutritious
- Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
User Comments:
- "This salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. The grilled peaches add a nice smoky touch."
- "I love the combination of spinach, raspberries, and walnuts. It's a refreshing and satisfying salad."
- "The goat cheese adds a nice creamy texture and tangy flavor."
- "This salad is easy to make and perfect for a summer barbecue."
- "I highly recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can grill the peaches in a regular pan with a little olive oil.
- Make sure to slice the peaches thinly so they cook evenly on the grill.
- Allow the peaches to cool slightly before adding them to the salad to prevent them from wilting the spinach.
- Adjust the dressing ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
