Strawberry Peach Salad

Strawberry Peach Salad is a refreshing summer salad that combines juicy peaches, sweet strawberries, fresh mint, and leafy greens. Light yet satisfying, this colourful dish works equally well as a simple side salad or a complete meal when topped with chicken.

Hey, folks — I hope you’re all doing well! Summer is the perfect season for fruit-based salads, and this Strawberry Peach Salad celebrates two of the best seasonal ingredients. Sweet strawberries and ripe peaches are a natural pairing, while fresh mint and greens keep everything light and refreshing. Whether you’re looking for an easy side dish for a barbecue or a healthy lunch, this salad delivers plenty of flavour with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Peach Salad

This summer fruit salad is simple, colourful, and versatile.

• Seasonal: Uses two classic summer fruits.
• Refreshing: Peaches, strawberries, and mint create a bright flavour profile.
• Versatile: Works as a side dish or light meal.
• Easy: Requires only a handful of ingredients.
• Customizable: Cheese, nuts, and chicken can all be added.

Flavour and Texture Profile

This Strawberry Peach Salad is all about balance. The strawberries provide sweetness and a slight berry tartness, while the peaches contribute juicy floral notes and a softer texture. Fresh mint brightens the entire dish, and the greens add freshness and structure.

If you choose to add chicken, the salad becomes more substantial without losing its light summer character.

Why Strawberries and Peaches Work So Well Together

Strawberries and peaches are one of summer’s most natural flavour pairings.

Both fruits are sweet and juicy, yet they contribute different characteristics. Strawberries provide brightness and slight acidity, while peaches offer floral sweetness and a tender texture.

Because they ripen during the same season, they also complement one another beautifully in summer desserts, drinks, and salads.

Ingredients You’ll Need for This Strawberry Peach Salad

This refreshing summer salad relies on just a few simple ingredients.

• Peaches: Juicy and sweet.
• Strawberries: Fresh and colourful.
• Leafy Greens: Add freshness and texture.
• Mint: Brightens the flavour profile.
• Chicken (Optional): Turns the salad into a meal.
• Nasturtium Leaves (Optional): Add a peppery flavour similar to arugula.
• Lemon or Lime Juice and Olive Oil (Optional): For a simple dressing.

Optional Additions That Work Especially Well

This Strawberry Peach Salad is intentionally simple, but there are plenty of ways to customize it.

• Goat Cheese: Tangy and creamy.
• Feta: Salty and refreshing.
• Fresh Mozzarella: Mild and delicate.
• Pecans: Add crunch and nuttiness.
• Almonds: A natural pairing with peaches.
• Walnuts: Add richness and texture.
• Avocado: Makes the salad more substantial.

These additions allow you to adapt the salad to different occasions and preferences.

Why This Salad with Strawberries and Peaches Doesn’t Need Much Dressing

One of the best things about this Strawberry Peach Salad is that the fruit does much of the work for you. Ripe peaches and strawberries naturally release some juices once sliced, creating plenty of freshness and flavour on their own.

Because of this, a substantial dressing is often unnecessary. A simple drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice are usually enough to enhance the fruit without overwhelming it.

Some benefits of keeping the dressing minimal include:

• The fruit remains the star.
• The salad tastes lighter and fresher.
• The natural sweetness of the peaches and strawberries shines through.
• The flavours stay clean and balanced.

In fact, if your peaches and strawberries are particularly ripe and juicy, you may find that the salad needs no dressing at all. A little fresh mint is often enough to bring everything together.

How to Make Strawberry Peach Salad

Slice the peaches and strawberries and prepare the greens. If using chicken, shred or slice it into bite-sized pieces.

Combine the peaches, strawberries, greens, mint, and optional nasturtium leaves in a large bowl. Add the chicken if using.

If desired, drizzle with olive oil and lemon or lime juice. Gently toss and serve immediately. Finish with cheese or nuts if desired.

More Fresh Summer Salad Recipes

Are you looking for more fun recipes, like this Strawberry Peach Salad? Be sure to check more recipes below:

• Strawberry Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic-Marinated Mozzarella
• Watermelon Salad with Strawberries, Pistachios, and Feta
• Strawberry Salad with Honey Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
• Strawberry Salad with Smoked Goat Cheese
• Couscous Salad with Almonds, Cherries, and Lavender
• Blueberry Couscous Salad with Almonds and Mint

I’d love for you to try this strawberry salad with peaches. If you give it a go, please share your results in the comments, message me on Instagram, or post your photos with the hashtag #havocinthekitchen. I look forward to seeing your creations and hearing your thoughts.

Cheers!

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Peach Strawberry Salad

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

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Course: Slaws and All-Season SaladsDifficulty: Easy

Strawberry Peach Salad combines sweet berries, juicy peaches, mint, and greens in a refreshing summer salad.

Servings

2-4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Total time

15

minutes

Cook Mode

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Ingredients

• 2 peaches, pitted and sliced (about 250–300 g prepared)

• 1 cup (150–170 g) strawberries, hulled and cut into pieces

• 2 cups leafy greens such as spinach, kale, arugula, or mixed greens (50–60 g)

• 1/4 cup (10–15 g) fresh mint, chopped

• 1 cup (140–150 g) cooked chicken, shredded (optional)

• 1/2 cup (15–20 g) nasturtium leaves, chopped (optional)

• 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon or lime juice, optional

• 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, optional

Directions

• Prepare the Salad
  Combine the peaches, strawberries, greens, mint, and optional nasturtium leaves in a large bowl. If using chicken, add it as well.
• Dress and Serve
  If desired, drizzle with olive oil and lemon or lime juice and toss gently to coat. Alternatively, leave the salad undressed and allow everyone to add dressing to taste. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with cheese or nuts.

Notes

• Nasturtium leaves contribute a pleasant peppery flavour similar to arugula.
• Serves 2 as a main course with chicken or 4 as a side salad.