Description
A vibrant, summer-inspired salad combining sweet peaches, peppery arugula, and salty prosciutto. Topped with tangy-honey dressing, fontina cheese, and citrus-kissed notes, this dish is gluten-free and adapts easily to personal preferences.
Ingredients
4 ripe peaches (halved, pitted, and sliced into wedges)
1 box baby arugula (6 oz, for crisp, peppery base)
¼ cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin)
1 Tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
½ cup aged fontina cheese (cut into wedges)
8 slices prosciutto (thin ribbons, halal substitute optional)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Crusty Citarella bread (optional)
Instructions
Chill sliced peaches in the fridge before assembling
Toss arugula with olive oil, honey, and lemon juice in a large bowl
Add chilled peach slices, torn basil, and fontina wedges
Top with prosciutto ribbons and season with salt and pepper
Serve with optional crusty bread on the side
Notes
For halal option, use certified halal prosciutto or substitute with thinly sliced cooked turkey
Peaches can be swapped for apricots or nectarines
Add grilled chicken for a protein boost
Dressing can be made ahead of 1 day
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg