Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring sweet Texas peaches, crunchy pecans, and a tangy honey mustard vinaigrette, perfect for a light lunch or side. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, medium, sliced ripe peaches, toasted pecans into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 medium, sliced ripe peaches
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens with 2 medium sliced ripe peaches, 1/2 cup toasted pecans, and 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the vinaigrette is emulsified and smooth.
- Step 3: Drizzle the honey mustard vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Step 4: Serve immediately for a fresh, sweet, and tangy salad inspired by Texas flavors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Granbury Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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