Summer Peach and Tomato Salad with Feta

Written by: Christina Dauer, MPH, RD, LD/N, CDE

This beautiful and simple salad is a light and flavorful way to incorporate fresh summer produce. The sweet-savory mixture brings a pop of color to the table and pairs well with grilled pork or chicken.

Serves: 4 (1 cup serving)

Ingredients:

1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

1/2 pound ripe peaches, pitted and cut into wedges

1/4 pound beefsteak tomatoes, cut into thick wedges

1/4 pound cherry or pear tomatoes, halved

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon honey

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup (1 ounce) crumbled feta cheese

2 tablespoons small basil leaves or torn basil

Directions:

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Combine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle vinegar mixture over peach mixtures; toss well to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Information Per Serving:

Calories: 75 cal, Fat: 3.5g, Sat Fat: 1.3g, Carbohydrates: 9.9g, Fiber: 1.7g, Chol: 6mg, Sodium: 156mg, Protein: 2.1g  

Adapted from:    

http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/summer-peach-tomato-salad