Peach Salad Kathys Food

PEACH AND CORNBREAD PANZANELLA

Steps:

• For the cornbread: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Oil a baking sheet.
• Put the cornbread on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with oil and season with salt. Bake until nicely toasted, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
• For the dressing: Whisk the mustard, vinegar, oil, capers, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.
• For the salad: Add the peaches, cucumbers, tomatoes and onions to the dressing and toss. Add in the cornbread cubes and basil and toss again. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
• Drizzle olive oil over the top. Place slices of prosciutto over the top.

PEACH CAPRESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC CHERRIES

Steps:

• Combine the cherries, balsamic, oil, shallot and some salt and pepper in a bowl. Let sit in the fridge for 30 minutes.
• Cut the peaches in half and remove the pits. Cut lengthwise into slices. Slice the mozzarella 1/2-inch thick.
• Layer the peaches and mozzarella on a serving plate, alternating one after the other. Spoon the relish over the top, then sprinkle with salt and drizzle with olive oil. Scatter the basil over the top.

SPINACH SALAD WITH PEACHES AND PECANS

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.

KATHY'S FRUIT SALAD

Steps:

• To the olive oil, add the lemon juice and curry powder.
• In a large serving bowl, place all the fruit. Pour oil mixture over fruit and toss gently.
• Cover and refrigerate till needed. Sprinkle the top with Splenda or sugar just before serving if desired.

GRILLED PEACH, CHICKEN & FETA SALAD

Steps:

• Heat a griddle pan. Toss the chicken in ½ tbsp of the oil, and season. Cook for 3-4 mins on each side or until cooked through. Pop on a plate to rest.
• Next toss the peach slices in ½ tbsp oil and some ground black pepper. Grill on their cut sides for 1-2 mins each side.
• Mix the remaining olive oil, vinegar, honey and chilli. Toss with the salad leaves. Arrange the chicken and nectarine slices on top and scatter with the feta. Drizzle with the resting juices from the chicken and eat straight away.

TOSSED SALAD WITH PEACHES

Steps:

• Slice three peaches; set aside. Cut the remaining peach in half; place in a blender. Add the sugar, lemon juice, vinegars and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, romaine, onion and cucumber. Pour about 2/3 cup dressing over salad and toss to coat. , Transfer to a serving platter; top with sliced peaches and bacon. Drizzle with remaining dressing; sprinkle with pecans.

GOLDEN SUMMER PEACH GAZPACHO

Steps:

• Place the first 6 ingredients in a food processor; process until blended. Add lime juice, vinegar, marinade for chicken, salt and hot pepper sauce; process until smooth. If desired, stir in sugar., Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Top servings with additional chopped peaches, cucumber and tomatoes.