Name: Peach, tomato and feta salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 400 grams fresh tomatoes (we like to use an assorted variety of tomatoes); 2 medium size peaches; 1/4 cup sliced red onion; 2 green onions, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped; 1/4 cup crumbled feta; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

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A fresh and colourful peach, tomato and feta salad made with ripe summer produce, fresh mint and a simple honey vinaigrette. Sweet, salty and ready in only 10 minutes.

Peach, tomato and feta salad is a refreshing and delicious summer side or light meal.

This peach, tomato and feta salad is summer in a bowl! Sweet, juicy peaches pair beautifully with ripe tomatoes, salty feta and fresh mint. Everything is tossed with a simple honey vinaigrette for a salad that is fresh, colourful and full of flavour. This is great summer salad! The colours are reminiscent of a flirty summer dress and the taste is bright, sweet, salty, crisp and absolutely perfect.

Peaches and tomatoes may seem like an unusual combination, but they are wonderful together. When they are at their peak, both are naturally sweet and juicy, while the feta adds just the right amount of salty tang. Fresh mint and red onion add even more flavour and balance.

This is the kind of salad we love to make when summer produce is at its best. It takes only minutes to prepare and works equally well as a light lunch or as a side dish alongside grilled chicken, pork souvlaki, lamb or fish. And because there is no cooking involved, it is especially perfect for those hot summer days when the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven.

Typical fruit salads are great, but we also love to have fun with ingredients. Some of you may not have thought to combine peaches with tomatoes or to serve feta in the same bowl as sweet fruit. But heck, if feta and watermelon are a great combination (and it is!) then you know that this will be too!

Looking for more fresh salad inspiration? Explore our collection of 25+ Greek salad recipes, from traditional favourites to creative seasonal salads.

Why you will love this recipe

Ready in minutes. There is no cooking required; simply chop, combine and serve.

Perfect for summer. This recipe makes the most of ripe peaches and juicy summer tomatoes.

Sweet and savoury. Peaches, tomatoes, salty feta and honey vinaigrette give you a wonderful balance of flavours.

Easy to adapt. Use the tomatoes you have, swap peaches for nectarines, or change up the fresh herbs.

Perfect as a side or light meal. Serve it with grilled meat or fish, or enjoy it on its own with some good crusty bread.

Ingredients you’ll need

This salad is all about fresh summer ingredients, so try to use the ripest peaches and tomatoes you can find.

Peaches
Use ripe but still firm peaches. You want them sweet and juicy, but firm enough that they hold their shape when sliced and tossed with the other ingredients. There is no need to peel them.

Tomatoes
Choose ripe, flavourful tomatoes. We love using a combination of different tomatoes when we have them available, but any good summer tomato will work. Cherry or grape tomatoes are also a great option.

Feta
The salty, tangy flavour of feta is the perfect contrast to the sweet peaches and tomatoes. We prefer using Greek feta packed in brine and crumbling it ourselves.

Red onion
Red onion adds a little sharpness and crunch, which helps balance the sweetness of the fruit. Slice it thinly so that it doesn’t overpower the other ingredients.

Fresh mint
Mint makes this salad especially fresh and summery. Its bright flavour works beautifully with both peaches and feta.

Olive oil
Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil. With so few ingredients, the flavour of your olive oil really does make a difference.

Red wine vinegar
The acidity of red wine vinegar balances the sweetness of the peaches and tomatoes and gives the dressing some tang.

Honey
A little honey rounds out the vinaigrette and complements the natural sweetness of the peaches. You only need enough to balance the vinegar, not enough to make the dressing noticeably sweet.

Salt and black pepper
Season to taste, keeping in mind that feta is already quite salty.

How to make peach, tomato and feta salad

This salad comes together in just a few minutes, making it perfect for an easy summer lunch or side dish.

Prepare the peaches and tomatoes.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the peaches into wedges. There is no need to peel the peaches. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh mint.

Make the dressing.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Whisk or shake until well combined.

Assemble the salad.
Add the tomatoes, peaches and red onion to a serving bowl. Add the crumbled feta and fresh mint.

Dress and serve.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently so that you don’t break up the peaches or feta. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.

Recipe tips

Use ripe, seasonal produce.
This salad is at its best when peaches and tomatoes are in season and full of flavour. Your peaches should be ripe and sweet, but still firm enough to hold their shape when tossed. Buy vine-ripened tomatoes (or pick them from your garden if you’re lucky), sweet peaches and good quality Greek feta.

Don’t peel the peaches.
There is no need to peel your peaches for this salad. The skin adds colour and texture and helps the peach slices hold together.

Use good-quality feta.
For the best flavour and texture, we recommend Greek feta packed in brine rather than pre-crumbled feta. Break it into pieces yourself just before adding it to the salad.

Slice the onion thinly.
You want the red onion to provide a little bite without overpowering the peaches and tomatoes. If your onion is particularly strong, soak the slices in cold water for about 10 minutes, then drain and pat them dry before adding them to the salad.

Dress the salad just before serving.
Peaches and tomatoes release quite a bit of liquid once they are cut and salted. For the best texture, assemble and dress the salad shortly before you plan to eat it.

Toss gently.
Ripe peaches are delicate. Toss everything just enough to distribute the dressing without breaking up the fruit or feta.

Substitutions and variations

This salad is easy to adapt depending on what is in season or what you have on hand.

Use nectarines instead of peaches.
Nectarines are an easy substitute for peaches and work beautifully with tomatoes and feta. Choose fruit that is ripe but still firm.

Try different tomatoes.
Use whatever ripe, flavourful tomatoes you have available. Heirloom tomatoes are especially beautiful in this salad, while cherry or grape tomatoes are convenient and naturally sweet.

Swap the mint for basil.
Fresh basil is delicious with both peaches and tomatoes and can be used instead of mint. You can also use a combination of the two.

Try another cheese.
We love the salty flavour of feta in this salad, but goat cheese is another good option. It will give the salad a softer, creamier texture and a slightly different flavour.

Add some crunch.
Toasted walnuts, almonds or pistachios would be a delicious addition and provide some contrasting texture.

Add cucumber.
For an even fresher summer salad, add chopped or sliced cucumber. It works especially well with the feta, tomatoes and mint.

Make it a more substantial meal.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp, or serve the salad with some crusty bread to turn it into an easy summer lunch.

If you love adding peaches to savoury salads, try our spinach salad with peaches and dates for another fresh summer option.

Serve the salad as a side or as a light meal.

You can easily make this peach, tomato and feta salad lunch, or you can serve it alongside some other deliciousness. We love to pair bright salads such as this one with chicken souvlaki or pork souvlaki. It would go equally well with grilled steak or amazing lamb burgers.

What to serve with peach, tomato and feta salad

This fresh peach and tomato salad is a wonderful side dish for summer meals, especially anything cooked on the grill. The combination of sweet peaches, juicy tomatoes and salty feta pairs particularly well with simply prepared meats and fish.

We love serving it with chicken souvlaki or pork souvlaki, grilled chicken, steak or lamb burgers. It would also be delicious alongside grilled fish or shrimp.

For a lighter meal, serve the salad with warm pita bread or crusty bread to soak up all of the delicious juices and vinaigrette that collect at the bottom of the bowl.

You can also make it part of a larger summer spread with other Greek favourites such as tzatziki, grilled vegetables or roasted potatoes.

Have extra peaches and feta? Our grilled peaches with feta and honey are an easy and delicious way to use them, and make a wonderful summer appetizer or dessert.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to peel the peaches for this salad?

No. We leave the skin on the peaches. It adds beautiful colour and texture and also helps the peach slices hold their shape. Just be sure to wash the peaches well before slicing them.

Can I use nectarines instead of peaches?

Absolutely. Nectarines have a very similar flavour and texture and are a great substitute. As with peaches, choose nectarines that are ripe but still firm.

What kind of tomatoes are best for peach and tomato salad?

The best tomatoes are the ripest, most flavourful ones you can find. During the summer, we love using garden tomatoes or heirloom varieties. Cherry and grape tomatoes also work very well.

Can I make peach, tomato and feta salad ahead of time?

This salad is best assembled shortly before serving. Both peaches and tomatoes release liquid after they are cut, and the salt and dressing will draw out even more moisture. You can prepare the dressing and slice the onion ahead of time, but we recommend cutting the peaches and tomatoes and assembling the salad close to serving.

What can I use instead of feta?

Goat cheese is a delicious alternative, although it will be softer and creamier than feta. If possible, we recommend trying the recipe with feta first—the salty, tangy flavour is a particularly good contrast to the sweet peaches

How do I know if a peach is ripe enough for this salad?

Look for a peach that smells fragrant and gives slightly when gently pressed. Avoid very soft or bruised peaches; although they may be delicious to eat, they can become mushy when tossed in the salad

Can I use canned or frozen peaches?

We don’t recommend them for this recipe. Fresh peaches have the firm texture and fresh flavour that make this salad so delicious. Save this recipe for peach season; dit is worth the wait.

Storage

This peach, tomato and feta salad is best enjoyed immediately after it is assembled. The peaches and tomatoes will release their juices as they sit, so the salad will become softer and more watery over time.

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. The flavour will still be delicious, but the texture will not be quite as fresh.

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