Best 7 Spinach Salad With Blue Cheese And Peaches Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with ourSpinach Salad with Blue Cheese and Peaches, a vibrant and refreshing dish that offers a perfect balance of flavors. This salad features crisp spinach leaves, tangy blue cheese crumbles, sweet and juicy peaches, crunchy almonds, and a flavorful dressing made with honey, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. The combination of sweet, savory, and nutty elements creates a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Accompanying this main recipe are three additional variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs:

1. **Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken and Bacon**: This protein-packed salad incorporates grilled chicken and crispy bacon, adding a savory and smoky touch to the mix.

2. **Spinach Salad with Quinoa and Feta**: For a vegetarian and gluten-free option, this recipe combines quinoa, a protein-rich grain, with tangy feta cheese, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal.

3. **Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Poppy Seed Dressing**: This vibrant variation features sweet strawberries and a creamy poppy seed dressing, offering a delightful twist on the classic spinach salad.

With its versatility and customizable options, this collection of spinach salad recipes promises to satisfy every palate and occasion. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a nutritious main course, these salads deliver a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH PEACHES AND PECANS



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A perfect summer salad with ripe peaches, baby spinach, and roasted pecans

Provided by Robin Durawa

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

¾ cup pecans
2 ripe peaches
4 cups baby spinach, rinsed and dried
¼ cup poppyseed salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange pecans on a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, until they just begin to darken. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Peel peaches (if desired) and slice into bite-sized segments. Combine peaches, spinach and pecans in a large bowl. Toss with dressing until evenly coated, adding a little additional dressing, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 131.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 anchovy fillets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large slices sourdough bread, crusts trimmed, torn into bite-size pieces
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese (about 1 ounce)
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
8 cups baby spinach (about 5 ounces)
1 small head red-leaf lettuce, torn (about 6 cups)
1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Soak the red onion in a small bowl of ice water, about 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
  • Meanwhile, make the croutons: Mash the anchovies with a fork. Combine the olive oil, mashed anchovies, 1 grated garlic clove and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Let stand 5 minutes. Add the torn bread and toss with your hands until the bread absorbs the oil. Spread on a baking sheet and bake, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool.
  • Whisk the buttermilk, sour cream, blue cheese, vinegar, parsley, the remaining grated garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the spinach, lettuce, cucumber, red onion and croutons; toss well.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED PEACHES



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 29m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup pecans
4 ripe peaches, pitted and quartered
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
1/2 pound hickory-smoked bacon, roughly chopped
8 cups baby spinach
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Danish blue cheese
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the pecans on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden and fragrant, 6 minutes; roughly chop.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat on one side and medium heat on the other. Lightly brush the peaches with oil and grill over medium until nicely marked, about 4 minutes per side. Meanwhile, place a flat cast-iron skillet on the grill over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp; transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Combine the spinach, red onion, grilled peaches, pecans and bacon in a large bowl.
  • Make the dressing: Mash the blue cheese with a fork in a bowl. Mix in the buttermilk, sour cream, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss with the salad just before serving.
  • Photography by Miki Duisterhof

SPINACH SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE



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If you like blue cheese you'll love this salad. I don't know where I got the recipe I found it stuck at the back of my salads. The dressing is good on other salads as well

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups Baby Spinach, stems removed,washed & dried
1 red apple, chopped core removed
1 green apple, chopped core removed
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced
1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
2/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place dressing ingredients in a sealed jar or cruet and shake well to mix.
  • Toss all the salad ingredients to mix well.
  • Do not add dressing until just before serving.

PECAN SPINACH SALAD



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My family thinks this refreshing salad is sensational. Coated with a pleasant vinaigrette and topped with toasted pecans and blue cheese, it has an impressive look and taste. Though it can be prepared in 10 minutes or less, don't tell my family because they'd never believe it!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/3 cup real bacon bits
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pecans, bacon and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 33g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PEACH AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Make and share this Peach and Blue Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chuck Hughes

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices prosciutto
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 romaine lettuce hearts
2 peaches, cut in 6 wedges
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup firm blue cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven at 400 degrees F.
  • Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Cover with another piece of parchment paper and another baking sheet on top to ensure the prosciutto stays flat. Bake for 30 minutes or until crispy, checking halfway through. Crumble the prosciutto.
  • For the vinaigrette:.
  • Whisk the mustard, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar together. Slowly whisk in the canola oil. If needed, add 1 teaspoon water to thin the texture of the vinaigrette. Season the vinaigrette with salt, and pepper, to taste. Reserve.
  • For the salad:.
  • Combine the lettuce, peaches, shallots, and olive oil. Mix well and add a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper. Drizzle the vinaigrette and mix well. Plate the salad and garnish with crumbled cheese, chives and crumbled prosciutto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.4, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 306.2, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 14.4, Protein 8.6

PEACH & BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Try this creamy and fruity salad - perfect for lunch or a light summer supper

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ ciabatta loaf, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp clear honey
squeeze of lemon juice
1 bag of mixed salad leaves
handful of mint leaves, torn
4 peaches , each cut into 8 pieces
140g blue cheese or Brie, cut into chunks
100g sugar snap peas , sliced in half lengthways

Steps:

  • Toast the ciabatta slices and drizzle with 1 tbsp oil. Make the dressing by whisking together the remaining oil, honey and lemon juice, then season to taste. Mix all of the other ingredients together in a large bowl and toss with the dressing before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 1.61 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, tender spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • To remove any grit, wash the spinach thoroughly in cold water before use.
  • If you don't have blue cheese on hand, you can substitute feta or goat cheese.
  • For a sweeter salad, use ripe, juicy peaches.
  • If you like a crunchier salad, add some chopped walnuts or almonds.
  • For a more savory salad, add some crumbled bacon or cooked chicken.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the spinach from wilting.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with blue cheese and peaches is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet peaches, salty blue cheese, and tangy vinaigrette dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it's a healthy and nutritious salad that is packed with vitamins and minerals. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this spinach salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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