An Unexpectedly Flavorful Salad with Local Summer Peaches and Kale

Rush to your Farmer's Market this week! In Georgetown, there are markets on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday. And, of course, year-round is the behomoth Dupont Circle Market on Sundays. The local peaches are exceptional: sweet, juicy, flavorful, and with a perfect velvety texture. This recipe is a tasty way to feature them at any gathering. And it's always a favorite.

Fresh Kale & Summer Peach Salad with Toasted Almonds and a Balsamic VinaigretteExcerpted from my book: Diet Simple Farm to Table Recipes: 50 New Reasons to Cook in Season!

Serves 6

Vinaigrette: 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Salt and Pepper to taste

Salad Ingredients: 6 Handfuls of fresh Kale, washed, tough stems removed, and torn into bite-sized pieces or chiffonade 2 Cups Fresh Sliced Summer Peaches 2 Ounces toasted slivered Almonds ½ Sweet Onion, peeled and sliced

In a large bowl, add the olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk until blended. Add the kale, onion, almonds, and peaches. Toss together. Serve immediately.