Description
Peach Caprese Salad is a refreshing take on the classic Italian dish, perfect for summer gatherings or light meals. This vibrant salad harmoniously combines juicy peaches, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze. Each bite bursts with flavor and color, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or casual family dinners. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a delightful touch to any table. Experience the essence of summer in every mouthful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe peaches, sliced thin
- 8 ounces spring mix, roughly chopped or torn bite-size
- 12 basil leaves, sliced very thin or torn
- 4 ounces mozzarella pearls, ciliegine, bocconcini – halved as needed
- 2–4 ounces turkey slices, torn bite-size
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Place the sliced peaches in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Toss well to coat all slices evenly.
- On a large platter or in the same mixing bowl, layer the spring mix as a base.
- Add the prepared peaches on top of the greens.
- Layer halved mozzarella pearls next.
- Scatter torn turkey slices throughout.
- Finally, add the sliced basil over everything.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the entire salad just before serving for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg