Description
A fresh and vibrant Peach Caprese Salad combining ripe peaches, creamy mozzarella, and juicy cherry tomatoes, finished with fragrant basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze. This easy, no-cook Italian-inspired salad is perfect for summer and serves as a light appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
Dressing & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit and Cheese: Pit and slice the ripe peaches into even slices. Slice or tear the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces to ensure easy layering and serving.
- Assemble the Salad: On a large serving platter, alternate layers of peach slices, fresh mozzarella, and halved cherry tomatoes, creating a visually balanced pattern. This layering highlights the salad’s fresh ingredients.
- Add Basil: Tuck whole fresh basil leaves in between the layers to infuse the salad with aromatic flavor and vibrant green color.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil evenly over the assembled salad for richness, then add the balsamic glaze on top for a sweet, tangy finish.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the salad according to your taste preferences to enhance all flavors.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the crisp, fresh flavors or chill it slightly in the refrigerator before serving for a refreshing cold dish.
Notes
- Use heirloom cherry tomatoes for added color variety and a richer flavor profile.
- For a creamier texture, substitute fresh mozzarella with burrata cheese.
- This salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a side of crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
