Name: Peach Caprese Salad
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1½ tablespoons lemon juice; Salt and pepper; 1 pound ripe peaches , quartered and pitted, each quarter cut into 4 slices; 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese , halved and sliced ¼ inch thick; 6 large fresh basil leaves , torn into small pieces

Why This Recipe Works

Caprese salad is traditionally made with slices of tomatoes and mozzarella adorned with a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We wanted to preserve the simplicity of this salad while swapping in another juicy summer gem: ripe fresh peaches. While balsamic muddied the fruit's brightness, we found that fresh lemon juice enhanced and complemented the sweetness of the peaches. To make the salad cohesive, we tossed the peach slices with the simple lemon-and-oil vinaigrette before assembling the salad, ensuring that each bite was fully coated and seasoned.

Before You Begin

Be sure to use ripe peaches. We like using 4-ounce balls of fresh mozzarella in this recipe.

Instructions

Whisk oil, lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon pepper together in large bowl. Add peaches and gently toss to coat.

Shingle peaches and mozzarella on serving platter. Drizzle any remaining dressing from bowl over top. Sprinkle with basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.