Persimmon & Feta Salad
This Persimmon and Feta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe persimmons with the tangy saltiness of feta cheese. Paired with crunchy nuts and a drizzle of honey dressing, it's an elegant yet simple salad that works beautifully as a side dish or a light meal.
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Ingredients
4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
2 ripe persimmons, thinly sliced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup Honey Roasted Pecans or toasted regular pecans or walnuts
¼ cup pomegranate arils (optional, for extra color and tartness)
2 tablespoons Fingerlakes Honey Company honey
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Substitute: you can substitute the following for persimmons-
Pears – Similar sweetness and soft texture
Apples – Crispier but still sweet and refreshing
Mango – Adds a tropical sweetness and soft bite
Peaches or Nectarines – Great for summer, juicy and slightly tangy
Figs – Soft, sweet, and pairs well with feta and honey
Oranges or Tangerines – A citrusy twist with a juicy texture
DIRECTIONS
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble the salad: In a large serving bowl, layer the mixed greens, sliced persimmons, crumbled feta, and nuts. Sprinkle with pomegranate arils if using.
Dress the salad: Drizzle the honey dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a more robust salad, add grilled chicken or toasted quinoa for extra protein.
If persimmons are out of season, try substituting with pears, apples, mango, peaches, nectarines, figs, or oranges.
Pairs beautifully with Honey Poppyseed Dressing or Honey Balsamic Dressing (see recipes).
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stac
awesome!
Deb
I and my friends absolutely love this jalapeño honey peach jam. It has just enough kick with the jalapeños. Delicious on bread or crackers!
Deb
These spices made an excellent bread dip.We loved it!