Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey Vinaigrette

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A fresh salad highlighting Georgia’s renowned peaches complemented by smoky pecans and a sweet honey vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium, sliced fresh peaches, smoked pecans, 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 250 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp Georgia honey, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified and smooth.
  2. Step 2: Toss 5 cups mixed salad greens with the peach slices from 3 medium peaches and 1/2 cup smoked pecans in a large salad bowl.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese on top and serve immediately for a balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey Vinaigrette take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey 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 medium, sliced fresh peaches from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey 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 Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey 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.

What goes well with Smoked Peach and Pecan Salad with Georgia Honey Vinaigrette?

Mediterranean 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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