Peach Salad with Feta

This hearty salad is filled with sweet peaches and salty feta for a quick and delicious side dish. It’s easy to make and perfect for a summer meal!

I’ve been on a peach kick lately. For breakfast, I find myself craving this peach cobbler smoothie bowl and I’m frequently eating this almond butter peach toast for a snack. Peach season doesn’t last for long, so I have to enjoy it while I can! This peach salad with feta cheese is my latest obsession.

Types of Peaches

There are a few different types of peaches, and any of them will work for this recipe. If you prefer, you can even substitute nectarines.

The two main types of peaches are freestone and clingstone. Freestone, as you might be able to guess, means that the peach flesh isn’t attached to the stone in the middle. Clingstone means the flesh is still “clinging” to the stone pit. Typically, grocery store peaches are freestone.

You’ll also notice a visual difference in white peaches vs. yellow peaches. Although there isn’t a huge difference in flavor, white peaches tend to be slightly sweeter. Yellow peaches tend to hold up better in baked goods. Donut peaches can be harder to find at the grocery store, but you may see these “flattened” peaches at farmer’s markets. Their flavor is similar to traditional peaches. Lastly, nectarines are actually a variety of peach. If you don’t like the fuzzy skin of peaches, these are a great option!

How to Pick Out Feta Cheese

• Real Greek feta cheese is made from sheep’s milk and that’s what gives feta such a unique flavor. Be sure to check the label because a lot of feta in the United States is made from cow’s milk.
• Look for feta that is in a solid block and in a container of brine. This will give you a fresher flavor than the kind of cheese that is vacuum-sealed.
• I do not recommend fat-free feta. You’ll be missing out on all the delicious flavor and it won’t have the same texture. For this recipe, you need the real deal!

Substitution Ideas

• You can substitute any type of mixed greens. I like arugula, spinach, or baby greens.
• If you don’t have pine nuts, feel free to swap for chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, or sliced almonds. I prefer nuts roasted and salted but you can use raw nuts if you like.
• You can substitute mozzarella or goat cheese in place of the feta, but I’d recommend adding a pinch of salt to compensate for the saltiness that the feta provides.

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If you’re looking for other delicious summer salads, here are a few of my favorites:

Cucumber Tomato Salad

Watermelon and Avocado Salad

If you’re looking for more ways to use peaches, try one of these recipes!

• Peach Burrata Crostini
• Peach Cobbler Smoothie
• Almond Butter Peach Toast