Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans

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Seasonal Palisade peaches roasted with honey and paired with creamy goat cheese, crunchy toasted pecans, and mixed greens for a vibrant summer salad. This american-inspired salads ready in about 30 minutes pairs honey, olive oil, mixed salad 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 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 4 halved and pitted Palisade peaches on a baking sheet cut side up. Drizzle with 3 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp olive oil. Roast for 15-18 minutes until peaches are tender and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, toast 1/2 cup pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Step 4: In a large salad bowl, toss 6 cups mixed salad greens with the prepared dressing until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Arrange the roasted peaches on top of the dressed greens. Sprinkle with 4 oz crumbled goat cheese and the toasted pecans. Serve immediately for a fresh, sweet-savory salad.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans?

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 honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans?

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 Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans 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.

What goes well with Honey-Roasted Palisade Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Toasted Pecans?

American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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