Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette

A recipe for Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette! This refreshing summer dressing comes together easily with fresh peaches, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.

This Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette is bursting with summer flavor.

Fresh peaches are blended with garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and seasonings to make a light and refreshing salad dressing perfect for pairing with a variety of flavors.

It also comes together in minutes with just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep.

A Few Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette Tips

This recipe is best during the summer with in-season, ripe peaches. They should be slightly soft to the touch, but not falling apart. If unripened, the peaches will be too firm to blend with the remaining ingredients and the flavors won’t be as aromatic and sweet.

If using canned peaches, leave out the honey at first and taste the sweetness before blending in as needed to taste. Drain off any liquid before using to avoid a watery dressing. Only use thawed frozen peaches as a last resort. Do not use frozen peaches straight from the freezer.

I cut the peaches in half and grilled them briefly on a cast iron pan before adding to the blender (we do not currently have access to an outdoor grill, but that would work too). This is optional, but helps deepen the flavor a bit.

If you want a more smooth vinaigrette, peel the peaches before using.

Adjust the salt, pepper, and honey to taste. I usually go with 1/4 teaspoon table salt. If using sea salt or larger flakes, increase the amount to close to 1/2 teaspoon.

Want to add a little heat? Put a pinch or two of red pepper flakes in the blender. Sometimes, I include other seasonings such as a little Dijon mustard or fresh mint.

I made this dressing with a red wine vinaigrette in the base. You can swap for other vinegars such as a white balsamic or white wine vinegar as desired. The seasonings may need to be adjusted.

Refrigerate the Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette in an airtight container for up to 3 days. With time, the ingredients may separate. Shake or stir well before using.

Serving Ideas

This Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette pairs well with a variety of summer salads or even grilled chicken.

I personally like to drizzle it over a lettuce and arugula or mixed green salad with torn prosciutto, peach slices, and goat cheese.

Looking for more peach recipes?

Try my:

• Peach Tomato Crostini
• Honey Peach Ice Cream
• Watermelon Peach Tomato Salad

This recipe was originally posted in July 2015 and updated in July 2025.

Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette Recipe

Adapted from Dine and Dish

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Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette

A recipe for Peach Red Wine Vinaigrette! This refreshing summer dressing comes together easily with fresh peaches, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.

Course Salad

Cuisine N/A

Keyword dressing, olive oil, peach, red wine vinegar, summer, vinaigrette

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

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Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 1/2 Cups

Ingredients

• 2 peaches about 8 ounces (227 grams), ripened
• 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) olive oil
• 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey
• 1 clove garlic peeled
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

• Cut the peaches in half lengthwise and remove the pits.
• Place a cast iron grill pan over medium heat.
• Once hot, add the peaches, cut side down, and grill until softened with golden grill marks.
• Remove the peach halves to a plate and allow to cool briefly.
• Transfer the slightly cooled peach halves to a high powered blender. Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Blend until smooth, then adjust seasonings to taste.
• Drizzle the vinaigrette over desired salad or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.