Description
Summer’s golden charm meets Italian elegance in this Peach Caprese Salad, where ripe peaches dance with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil. Sweet and tangy flavors create a refreshing harmony you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 2 peaches, ripe
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fresh mozzarella
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Create an artful arrangement of juicy peach slices, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella pearls on a pristine serving platter.
- Delicately scatter torn fresh basil leaves across the colorful medley, allowing their aromatic essence to enhance the visual appeal.
- Generously drizzle extra virgin olive oil in elegant circular motions, ensuring each ingredient receives a glistening coating.
- Gracefully zigzag balsamic glaze over the salad, creating an artistic pattern that adds depth and tangy sweetness.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the flavor profile and provide a subtle zesty kick.
- Chill for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow ingredients to harmonize and temperatures to meld, ensuring a crisp and refreshing summer appetizer.
- Present immediately to capture the peak of freshness and vibrant colors, inviting guests to indulge in this Mediterranean-inspired culinary delight.
Notes
- Swap fresh mozzarella for burrata to create an extra creamy texture that melts in your mouth.
- Grill peach slices briefly before adding to the salad for a caramelized smoky flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- For a low-carb version, reduce the number of peach slices and increase tomato and cheese proportions.
- Make this salad vegan by substituting mozzarella with plant-based fresh cheese alternatives like almond or cashew-based mozz.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 272 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 311 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg