Description
This Peach Tomato Caprese Salad is a vibrant, summery twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy peaches and heirloom tomatoes pair perfectly with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a tangy pesto vinaigrette. It’s the ultimate no-cook dish for warm-weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 ripe peaches, cut into wedges
- 3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Optional Add-ons:
- Avocado slices
- Arugula
- Chopped walnuts or pine nuts
- Crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, pesto, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
- On a large serving plate or platter, layer slices of tomato, mozzarella, and peach wedges. Tuck in fresh basil leaves throughout.
- Drizzle the pesto vinaigrette evenly over the salad.
- Finish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze just before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches and tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Keep vinaigrette separate until ready to serve if making in advance.
- For added flavor and crunch, sprinkle toasted nuts or add creamy avocado slices.
- Substitute nectarines for peaches or use vegan mozzarella for a plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: peach tomato salad, caprese with peaches, summer salad, fresh mozzarella salad, peach caprese