Palisade Peach and Arugula Salad with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

A refreshing salad combining peppery arugula, sweet Palisade peaches, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds, dressed in a light honey-lime vinaigrette. This American-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Palisade peaches, arugula, goat cheese 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 210 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

• 3 medium, sliced thin Palisade peaches
• 5 cups arugula
• 4 oz, crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup, toasted pumpkin seeds
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds and toast, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 5 cups arugula, 3 thinly sliced Palisade peaches, and 4 oz crumbled goat cheese.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle the toasted pumpkin seeds on top for crunch and serve immediately for a bright, seasonal salad.