Our best healthy peach recipes
The best peaches are local, in-season peaches. Take advantage of this summer fruit with these healthy and delicious recipes
Peach Caesar Salad
Sweet, juicy peaches, buttery Boston Bibb lettuce and savoury bacon, anchovy and Parmesan meld together to create a summer take on the traditional Caesar salad. Add grilled chicken or tofu for a well-rounded dinner.
Peach Streusel Muffins
Chunks of fresh peach and crunchy pecans add flavour and nutrition to these delicious streusel-topped muffins.
Peach Ricotta Pancakes
Each pancake is garnished with three slices of fresh peaches, offering a sweet flavour to every bite. To reduce prep time, combine the wet ingredients the night before, store in the refrigerator and combine with the dry ingredients in the morning.
Peach Breakfast Crostini
Fresh peaches and berries with a hint of maple syrup and fresh mint rest on a canapé of cream cheese, making a lovely light brunch or dessert.
Mango, Peach and Apricot Fizz
A luscious combination of fruit puréed together with fizzy ginger ale, or with tonic, bitter lemon or sparkling mineral water, makes a wonderfully refreshing breakfast drink. Choose perfectly ripe fruit for the smoothest low-calorie mango, peach and apricot fizz.
Banana and Peach Smoothie
Bursting with vitamins and minerals, this banana and peach smoothie is ideal when you have little time for breakfast, and it makes a great snack.
Peach and Berry Cobbler
Want to put big smiles on their faces? Bring this luscious dessert straight from the oven to the table. Dripping with fruit and topped with pecan dumplings, this peach and berry cobbler is sure to please. And don’t worry if they ask for seconds—it’s a low-fat treat.
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Web exclusive: July 2009
