This vibrant Peach Dressing is simple to make, and brightens up any salad! Made from healthier ingredients like fresh peaches, olive oil, and lemon juice, and naturally sweetened with a pinch maple syrup, this flavorful salad dressing is going to inspire you to make more salads.
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I live and die by homemade salad dressings. A crappy store-bought dressing is a surefire way to ruin a fresh, healthy salad. This Peach Salad Dressing is phenomenally easy to make, made with healthy, real-food ingredients, and will be a show stopper when added to your favorite salad.
This dressing is naturally gluten-free, paleo, and vegan-friendly. Try it on this delicious Peach and Walnut Salad.
Looking for another salad dressing to love? Try this Creamy Balsamic Dressing, or this Creamy Avocado Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing.
What I Love About This Recipe
This peach dressing is absolutely delicious. Here is why I love it:
- Fresh & Flavorful — Add this dressing to a fruity or seasonal salad for delightfully easy and nutritious side dish or meal.
- Easy to Prepare — This salad dressing is ready in just minutes and stores well in the fridge for up to a week.
If you love homemade dressings, try this Honey Lime Dressing and Marinade.
Ingredients for Peach Salad Dressing
Peach - Select any variety of ripe peach. Frozen peaches would work, but they should be thawed and any excess moisture should be drained before using.
Olive Oil - A high-quality extra virgin olive oil will work best in this recipe.
Maple Syrup - A touch of maple syrup brings out the natural sweetness in the peach.
Lemon Juice - A bit of lemon juice elevates the tanginess, making this dressing perfectly balanced.
See the full ingredient list and measurements in the recipe card below.
Possible Substitutions
- ½ cup of any ripe, sweet and tangy stone fruit or berry would work in place of a peach.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey, agave, or even granulated sugar.
- Swap lemon juice for white balsamic vinegar or champagne vinegar.
If you try any substitutions in this recipe, please let us know what works in the comments below!
How to Make Peach Dressing
Step 1: Halve the peach and remove the pit. Add all ingredients to a blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth, then transfer to a glass jar with a lid and store in the fridge until ready to use, or serve immediately on top of a salad.
Commonly Asked Questions
Store this dressing in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 1 week. Simply allow it to come to room temperature for several minutes, and give it a little stir before serving.
Absolutely! This dressing can be made with ripe a ripe apricot, blackberries, or even strawberries for a delicious fruity dressing. If using berries, aim for about ½ cup.
Dietitian Notes
- This dressing is easy to make and pairs well with a variety of nutrient-packed salads.
- Made with just fruit, olive oil, and a bit of maple syrup, this dressing is healthy, paleo-friendly, and vegan.
Recipe Tips
- A ripe peach is key for this recipe. Unripe peaches will not blend into a creamy dressing and will be less sweet.
- The olive oil will solid when stored. Allow it to come to room temperature, and give it a little stir before serving.
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📖 Recipe
Peach Salad Dressing
Equipment
- High-powered blender
Ingredients
- ½ Large peach ripe
- ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 Garlic clove
- ½ teaspoon Sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Halve the peach and remove the pit. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Transfer to a glass jar and store in the fridge until ready to use, or serve immediately on top of a salad.
Notes
- A ripe peach is key for this recipe. Unripe peaches will not blend into a creamy dressing and will be less sweet.
- The olive oil will solid when stored. Allow it to come to room temperature, and give it a little stir before serving.
Amanda McGillicuddy says
Phenomenal salad dressing and so flavorful!