This year, all of that has changed.

One way to start is with this simple salad that puts the fruits of the season at the forefront.

Salads are usually about crunchy raw vegetables drizzled with a variety of dressings.

Blueberry-Peach Salad with Sesame-Ginger Balsamic Vinaigrette

Photo: Jacob Fox

I am particularly fond of fruit additions.

I might add a crunch of caramelized pistachios or hazelnuts or a topping of sesame seeds.

I also like to vary my dressings from the usual offerings.

This salad breaks some of the classic salad rules and begs to differ.

Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter.

Top with peaches, blueberries and onion.

Drizzle with the vinaigrette.

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