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Arugula and Peach Salad with Creamy Chive Vinaigrette

By Molly Stevens

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Why you'll make it: Because it's the classic side salad reconsidered, with lush peaches standing in for tomatoes.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

2 large ripe peaches
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons whipping cream
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh chives
12 cups (loosely packed) arugula (about 6 ounces)

Preparation

  1. Wash peaches, rubbing to remove fuzz. Cut in half; remove pits. Thinly slice peaches. Place peach slices in large bowl. Add 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice; toss. Whisk 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice and olive oil in small bowl. Whisk in cream, then chives. Season with salt and pepper. Add arugula to bowl with peaches. Add dressing and toss. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired, and serve.

TagsSaladPeachStone FruitFruitArugulaLeafy GreensVegetableSideDinnerNut FreeGluten FreeVegetarianEasyQuick5 Ingredients or FewerNo-CookSummerBon Appétit
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