This peach Caprese salad is a vibrant medley of flavors and textures, crafted to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a sunny orchard in the height of peach season.
There’s just something about a colorful caprese salad that simply screams summer, doesn’t it?
Peach Caprese
Mixed with tender-crisp baby spinach or spring mix, you’ll find creamy mozzarella pearls, luscious sweet peaches, and tantalizing prosciutto. Each element contributes its distinct character, coming together in a perfect symphony.
But the true magic lies in the finishing touch – a drizzle of velvety balsamic glaze. With its rich and tangy undertones, this glaze elevates the salad to new heights, adding depth and complexity to every bite.
Oh, it sounds so fancy, and I could go on and on about how fantastic all of these flavors are together, but really? It’s a handful of ingredients that come together to create something unforgettable.
Whether you’re seeking a light and elegant appetizer or a show-stopping side dish, the peach Caprese salad delivers unforgettable and refreshing deliciousness with every bite.
So, embrace the flavors of the season and savor this salad that celebrates the succulent sweetness of peaches and the classic allure of Caprese, a fusion that will leave you craving more with every forkful.
Peach Caprese Salad
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- peaches
- olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
- spring mix or baby spinach
- mozzarella pearls, ciliegine or bocconcini
- prosciutto
- fresh basil
- balsamic glaze
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This Pear Salad is filled with slices of sweet pears, crunchy toasted pecans, and plenty of bleu cheese crumbles over a bed of baby spinach. When tossed with a tangy dijon vinaigrette, it’s an unforgettable salad.
Peach Caprese Salad
Ingredients
- 4 medium peaches sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
- 8 ounces spring mix or baby spinach roughly chopped or torn bite-size
- 4 ounces mozzarella pearls ciliegine or bocconcini – halved as needed
- 2 ounces prosciutto torn bite-size
- 12 basil leaves sliced very thin or torn
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze adjust to taste
Instructions
- Place the sliced peaches in a mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- On a large platter, or in the same mixing bowl, layer the spring mix, peaches, mozzarella, prosciutto, and basil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
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