Grilled Peach and Pecan Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

Sweet Georgia peaches meet toasted pecans in a vibrant salad finished with a bright honey-lime dressing, perfect for a summer meal. This southern-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs large, ripe peaches, toasted pecans, mixed greens 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 320 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 large, ripe peaches
• 1/2 cup, toasted pecans
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1.5 tbsp lime juice
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• pinch black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Slice peaches vertically through the pit, remove pits, and brush cut sides with 1 tsp olive oil. Grill cut sides down for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and fruit is tender.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Toss mixed greens and red onion in a large bowl. Add grilled peaches and pecans, then drizzle with dressing and toss gently until evenly coated.