Peachy Salad

This is an end of summer and an end of peach season salad.  There were so many peaches at the farmers market towards the end of summer.   This is probably my last peach I can buy at the farmers market because its already apple season.  I love this salad and somehow I tend to put fruit in salads, such as my salad with blackberries recipe here.  I think goat cheese or feta cheese would have been a nice addition if I had it.  I'm still enjoying the balsamic vinegar and olive oil gifts from my wonderful friends.  Enjoy this peachy salad and I'm looking forward to apple recipes soon!

Peachy Salad

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

1 peach, diced

1 bag salad mix (I used about ½ bag of spring mix.)

1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (I used LeRoux pomegranate balsamic vinegar.)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (I used Regusci California extra virgin olive oil.)

salt and pepper

Directions

In a bowl, add salad mix.

Top with peaches and almonds.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper.

Garlicky French Green Beans with Sliced Almonds

Mmmm...garlicky french green beans with sliced almonds!  This is a great healthy side dish and I loved it.  I couldn't get enough of this and its a nice change from regular steamed green beans.  The almonds really complimented the dish and garlic just about goes with every vegetable.  If you have any picky vegetable eaters, this might be one to try out!

Garlicky French Green Beans with Sliced Almonds 

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound french style green beans (Also called haricot vert.)

4 garlic cloves, minced

¼ cup sliced almonds

2 tablespoons olive oil

¼ cup chicken broth

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to boiling.  Add in green beans and cook for 3 minutes.  Drain and rinse with cold water.

In a large pan (or same pot) over medium-high heat, add in olive oil.  Next add in sliced almonds and toss for about 1minute.  Add in garlic and lightly brown for 1 minute.  (Do not overcook garlic or it will taste bitter!)

Add in chicken broth and beans.  Cover pan and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serves 6.