In my humble opinion peaches are the absolute best summer fruit. I love them added to cottage cheese for a high protein/antioxidant powerhouse snack. That said, I use them all kinds of ways. So here are my favorite Ten Peach Recipes for Summer!
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Let’s Chat About Stone Fruit:
Peaches are a stone fruit. ‘Stone fruits’ have a thick flesh that surrounds a large single pit…think cherries, plums, nectarines, peaches, apricots etc. Stone fruits are known to be high in cancer fighting properties such as phenols, vitamin B17 and vitamin C. So take advantage of their healthful properties while they are in season and eat them as is, or add them to oatmeal, cereal and of course, salads!
Using “Free-Stone” Peaches or “Cling” Peaches?
What is the difference between “cling” peaches and “free stone” peaches? Cling peaches literally cling to the pit, making them perfect for eating like an apple or for making slices for salads, but not as convenient when you want to cut the peach and have a perfect half (for grilling as an example). Cling peahces are available form May-August. Freestone peaches on the other hand separate easily and the pit falls right out, making them perfect for any recipe calling for a perfect half peach. Free stone peaches are usually available from mid-June to mid-August. Depending on the recipe, it may be more convenient to use one or the other.
Now that you know all about peahchs, let’s get to the recipes!
Ten Peach Recipes for Summer!
Easy Peach and Mozzarella Salad: Tender baby greens, fresh ripe peaches, roasted salted pistachios, and soft mozzarella packed in water. That’s it…well sort of, I do offer the option to add micro-greens. I mean why not add more nutrition to an already nutritious salad? I drizzle this lovely salad in a light white balsamic vinaigrette. Perfection!
Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone or Ice Cream: sweet juicy peaches are delicious eaten as is, but if you are looking for a spectacular dessert for a summer BBQ, this should be your go-to!
French Toast with Caramelized Peaches: this breakfast is a summer delight! Fresh, ripe, sweet peaches caramelized in real maple syrup and set atop vanilla French Toast. It doesn’t get better than that.
Fresh Peach “No Churn” Ice Cream: The only ingredients you need for this incredible dessert are heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla paste or extract and fresh peaches. No fillers, no colors, no preservatives or flavorings, just fresh, delicious, ingredients. No ice cream maker needed, just a hand mixer!
Peach Cherry Smoothie Bowl: You will be so distracted by the soft pink color of this smoothie bowl that you’ll almost forget it’s packed with protein, antioxidants, omega 3’s and fiber.
These Peaches with Zesty Cottage Cheese make to a delicious five minute , high protein breakfast, easy lunch or nutritious snack.
Summer and grilling… two of my favorite things! This Peach, Prosciutto and Burrata Naan Pizza is always a hit! So fresh, summery, flavorful and delicious, it’s hard to eat only one!
This gorgeous Peach, Plum, and Cherry Salad starts with a bed of greens and is topped with plums, peaches, cherries, feta, caramelized nuts and just a hint mint. Talk about a fresh, healthful, summer bounty!
These Fresh Peach Tarts with Shortbread Crust are a fresh, light, summer dessert!
Our family loves this Simple Peach Salad! Baby greens, sweet peaches, rosemary pecans and a beautiful Manchego cheese all come together in the most lovely way.
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