10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (2024)

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

1

Peaches 101

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (1)

Season: You’ll find the sweetest, juiciest peaches from June through September.
How to buy: White varieties contain less acid and have a sweeter flavor than yellow peaches.
How to store: Treat these delicate summer stone fruits with care. They bruise and spoil easily, so avoid piling them in a fruit bowl. Instead, keep firm peaches in an uncrowded paper bag on the counter until fragrant and slightly soft to the touch. Don't chill them before they've softened; this gives the fruit an unpleasant, mealy texture.
Prep tips: You can easily peel the fruits by blanching them first or using a peeler designed for thin-skinned produce.
Nutritional benefits: Peaches are 87% water and contain potassium, an electrolyte that helps keep you hydrated. Grilling brings out the natural sugars in this fruit, which provides potassium to power muscles and beta-carotene for supple skin and strong teeth.

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

2

Chilled Peach Shooters

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (2)

SERVINGS:8

¼ cup honey
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
12 ice cubs
3 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced

1. COMBINEhoney, lemon juice, ice, and sliced peaches in blender. Puree until smooth.
2. POURinto 8 shot glasses and garnish each with a peach slice. Serves 8.

NUTRITION(per serving): 55 cal, 1 g pro, 15 g carb, 1 g fiber, 0 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 1 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

3

Rustic Gingered Peach Tart

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (3)

SERVINGS:6

4 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced
¼ cup sugar
¼ tsp ground ginger
1 9" store-bough pie crust

1. HEAToven to 400°F.
2. COMBINEsliced peaches, sugar and ginger in medium skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring gently, until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Let cool slightly.
3. PLACEthe pie crust on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Mound peaches in center. Fold edges up and over filling, leaving center exposed.
4. SPRINKLEwith 1 Tbsp sugar and bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

NUTRITION(per serving): 227 cal, 2 g pro, 36 g carb, 1 g fiber, 9.5 g fat, 4 g sat fat, 187 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

4

Arugula Salad with Ham and Grilled Peaches

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (4)

SERVINGS:4

3 medium peaches, halved and pitted
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp champagne vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 cups arugula
3 oz torn prosciutto or deli ham
2 tbsp toasted pine nuts

1. PREPARElightly oiled grill for medium heat.
2. GRILLpeaches, turning, until golden, about 4 minutes. Cut into quarters.
3. WHISKDijon, champagne vinegar and extra virgin olive oil in large bowl. Add arugula, prosciutto, and pine nuts. Toss gently.
4. DIVIDEsalad among 4 plates and top with peaches.

NUTRITION(per serving): 197 cal, 7 g pro, 14 g carb, 2 g fiber, 13.5 g fat, 2.5 g sat fat, 423 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

5

Pork Chops with Peach-Mango Salsa

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (5)

SERVINGS:4

4 grilled pork chops
2 medium peaches, pitted and diced
½ mango, peeled, pitted and diced
1 kiwifruit, peeled and diced
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp chopped mint leaves

1. TOSStogether peaches, mango and kiwi, sugar, lime juice and mint leaves.
2. SERVEon top of 4 grilled pork chops.

NUTRITION(per serving): 284 cal, 25 g pro, 16 g carb, 2 g fiber, 13 g fat, 4.5 g sat fat, 55 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

6

Peach-Jalapeno Soup

SERVINGS:4

2 cups peach nectar (peach juice)
4 medium peaches, halved, pitted and sliced
1 fresh jalapeno, seeded and chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp chopped chives
1 tbsp shallot, minced
1 tbsp cilantro leaves

Stir all the ingredients together. Season to taste.

NUTRITION(per serving): 132 cal, 2 g pro, 33 g carb, 3 g fiber, 0.5 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 9 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

7

Savory Grilled Peaches

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (7)

SERVINGS:8

8 peaches, halved (pits removed)
1 Tbsp toasted walnut oil
¼c poppy seed salad dressing (optional)

1. PREHEATgrill to medium.
2. BRUSHpeaches on all sides with oil. Place on grill cut-side down and grill 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, or until heated through but still holding shape. Remove peels, if desired. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper or serve with dressing, if using.

NUTRTION(per serving) 53 cal, 1 g pro, 9 g carb, 2 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 0 mg chol, 1 g fiber, 0 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

8

Individual Peach-Berry Crisps

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (8)

SERVINGS: 2

4 halves Savory Grilled Peaches, sliced (see previous recipe)
¼ c blueberries
1 ½ Tbsp sugar
1 ½ tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp cornstarch
½ tsp freshly grated lemon zest
⅛ tsp salt
⅛tsp ground cinnamon
¼ c cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
2 Tbsp old-fashioned rolled oats
1 Tbsp butter, softened
2 tsp chopped pecans

1. PREHEAToven to 350°F.
2. MIXpeaches, blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, lemon zest, salt, and cinnamon in medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.
3. COMBINEgraham cracker crumbs, oats, butter, and pecans in small bowl and stir until mixture comes together.
4. COAT2 (6-ounce) ramekins with cooking spray. Divide peach mixture evenly between dishes. Top each with half of graham cracker mixture. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until topping is golden and peaches are heated through.

NUTRITION(per serving)226 cal, 3 g pro, 33 g carb, 11 g fat, 4 g sat fat, 3 g fiber, 250 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

9

Peach-Mango Salsa with Pita Chips

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (9)

SERVINGS: 6 (3 cups total)

1 c chopped grape tomatoes (about 20)
1 sm mango, peeled, seeded, and chopped (about ¾ c)
¾ c chopped Savory Grilled Peaches (2-3 halves)
1/2 med red bell pepper, finely chopped (about ⅓ c)
½ sm onion, finely chopped (about ¼ c)
¼ c fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar or honey
1 Tbsp orange juice
⅛ tsp salt
3 lg whole wheat pitas (6"-7" diameter), each cut into 8 wedges and peeled apart
1 tsp salt-free garlic and herb seasoning blend (we used Mrs. Dash)

1. PREHEAToven to 350°F.
2. COMBINEtomatoes, mango, peaches, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, and chile pepper in medium bowl. Whisk lime juice, vinegar, sugar, orange juice, and salt in small bowl. Add to tomato mixture and stir well. Chill, covered, at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
3. PLACEpita wedges on large baking sheet and coat lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle wedges with seasoning blend. Bake 5 to 6 minutes or until edges just start to brown. Cool and serve with salsa.

NUTRITION(per serving) 134 cal, 4 g pro, 30 g carb, 1.5 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 4 g fiber, 222 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

10

Peach Salad with Basil Oil

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (10)

SERVINGS: 4

3 ripe peaches, sliced into thin wedges
3 cups arugula
4 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 cup fresh basil
¼ tsp salt

1. IN a large bowl, toss together peaches, arugula, mozzarella, and nuts.
2. PUT oil, vinegar, basil, and salt in a blender or food processor and combine until smooth.
3. DIVIDE peach salad among serving plates and drizzle with basil oil.

NUTRITION (per serving) 238 cal, 8 g pro, 9 g carb, 19.8 g fat, 6.1 g sat fat, 1.7 g fiber, 267.2 mg sodium

Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below

11

Upside Down Peach Cake

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (11)

SERVINGS: 8

3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon butter or light margarine,melted
2 peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
½ cup dried cranberries
½cup whole wheat flour
½cup all-purpose flour
1½teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼cup fat-free evaporated milk
¼cup liquid egg substitute
¼ cup fat-free plain yogurt
¼cup honey
2½tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼teaspoon almond extract

1. PREHEAT the oven to 350°F. Coat a 9" round baking pan with cooking spray. Line the bottom with a circle of waxed paper and coat with spray.
2. COMBINEthe maple syrup and butter or margarine in a large bowl. Pour into the prepared pan and swirl over the bottom. Arrange the peaches and cranberries in a decorative patternover the syrup mixture.
3. COMBINEthe whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
4. COMBINEthe evaporated milk, egg substitute, yogurt, honey, oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a medium bowl. Add to the flour mixture and stir to combine. Pour the batter over the fruit in the pie pan and smooth the top.
5. BAKE for 30 minutes, or until light brown and puffy. Cool in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate and remove the waxed paper.

NUTRITION (per serving) 208.9 cal, 3.9 g pro, 35.9 g carb, 6.5 g fat, 1.3 g sat fat, 2.1 g fiber, 131.6 mg sodium

10 Positively Perfect Peach Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How do you make peaches taste better? ›

Ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, clove and nutmeg give warmth and gentle spice to peaches, while herbs like basil, tarragon, thyme and rosemary add earthy notes to peach desserts.

What flavor pairs well with peach? ›

Peach flavor affinities: Almonds, hazelnuts, pecans; apricots, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, red currants, plums, citrus fruits (lemon, lime, orange); basil, cinnamon basil, Mexican tarragon; cinnamon, cloves, ginger, vanilla; brown sugar, caramel, honey, maple syrup; bourbon, brandy, Cassis, ...

What nut pairs well with peaches? ›

Walnuts and peaches pair so well together because of the savory-sweet harmony of flavors. These recipes all show how simple and easy it is to create exciting dishes using just a few staple ingredients, California walnuts, and juicy peaches.

What brings out the flavor of peaches? ›

Sugar and spice help make peaches nice!

If your peaches are not super juicy, tossing them with sugar will help draw out the liquid and make them seem juicier. And spices like cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, Aleppo pepper or even black pepper all pair really nicely with peaches and can jazz up the flavor nicely.

What does lemon juice do to peaches? ›

Ascorbic acid, commercial mixtures of fruit fresh or fruit preserver and lemon juice keep the color of peaches fresh and bright when serving fresh and in frozen storage.

What protein goes with peaches? ›

Pork, chicken, prosciutto, tenderloin, salmon, bacon, turkey, and chicken match the flavors with peaches.

What is the fruit that tastes like a peach? ›

Nectarines

Nectarines are a type of stone fruit that is in season from mid-May to late August. They have a bright, sweet, and aromatic taste with small hints of floral jasmine. Nectarines are similar to peaches but are smaller and firmer, and they can be either clingstone or freestone.

What does Jim Beam peach mix well with? ›

Combine Jim Beam Peach and lemonade in a shaker with ice. Give a short 5-second shake to combine. Strain into a shot glass and top with a splash of grenadine.

Do peaches go with cheese? ›

The best peaches are packed with a sweet, amber-colored juice that is really distinctive, so it's best not to have it compete with more pungent cheeses. Instead, pair peaches with a young, soft goat cheese. For a simple snack or lunch, spread the goat cheese on a nice crusty piece of toast.

Do peaches and cheese go together? ›

Stone fruit pairings: Peaches, plums, and cherries

Plump, juicy Oregold peaches, grown in Southern Oregon, have a deep sweetness and light tang, making them a terrific match for bright-tasting, tangy, soft, and creamy goat cheese.

What nut is inside a peach? ›

What is the nut in the middle of a peach pit? The secret is apricot pits. The pits of apricots, nectarines, peaches and plums all contain a kernel that tastes astonishingly like an almond. Not a sweet almond, but one with a rounded nutty flavor that ends bitter.

What can I do with too many fresh peaches? ›

  1. Wash some and eat them!
  2. make a fresh peach pie.
  3. while eating that, make a fresh peach cobbler.
  4. while that's cooling-wash and slice up slices to freeze and use for future cobblers, smoothies and milkshakes.
  5. end it all with another bowl of fresh cut peaches and a little milk and a spoon!
Jun 11, 2022

Can dogs eat peach? ›

Peaches are a great source of vitamin A and fiber. In small, cut-up pieces the flesh of a peach is safe for your dog. But, like any food that's not a regular part of his diet, peaches can cause some stomach upset, most commonly temporary diarrhea. Don't share canned or preserved peaches with your dog.

How many peaches can I eat a day? ›

Peaches are low-calorie fruits. A peach weighs about 50 grams and contains only 25 calories. You can eat 2 to 3 peaches a day, and eating peaches will not make you fat. The nutritional value of peaches is very high, and its protein content is twice as high as that of apples and grapes.

What can I do with tasteless peaches? ›

Sad peaches are so very disappointing. I'd suggest grilling or roasting them to caramelize their sugars or poaching them in simple syrup: Recipe: Grilled Peaches with Bourbon Vanilla Whipped Cream. Poached Apricots with Vanilla and Cardamom.

How do you sweeten bitter peaches? ›

Sweeten them up: Add some sugar, honey, or maple syrup to taste. Start with a small amount and gradually add more until the desired sweetness level is reached. Add spices: Try adding a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice to the peaches to help balance out the sourness.

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Stevie Stamm

Last Updated:

Views: 6661

Rating: 5 / 5 (60 voted)

Reviews: 91% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Stevie Stamm

Birthday: 1996-06-22

Address: Apt. 419 4200 Sipes Estate, East Delmerview, WY 05617

Phone: +342332224300

Job: Future Advertising Analyst

Hobby: Leather crafting, Puzzles, Leather crafting, scrapbook, Urban exploration, Cabaret, Skateboarding

Introduction: My name is Stevie Stamm, I am a colorful, sparkling, splendid, vast, open, hilarious, tender person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.