Peach Caprese Salad
Prep Time: 15 mins Serves: 4
Ingredients:
8 oz ball of fresh mozzarella
2 medium ripe peaches, pitted
2 medium heirloom tomatoes
2 tablespoons EVOO
1-2 tablespoons balsamic reduction, optional
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste
Instructions:
Slice the mozzarella. Divide the mozzarella ball into quarters, then cut the quarters into ½” slices.
Slice the peaches. Halve the peaches and remove the pits. Divide each half into 4 wedges and slice the wedges into halves or thirds, depending on size. Aim for 1” bite-sized pieces.
Sliced the tomatoes. Core the tomatoes, then slice them in half. Divide each half into 4 wedges and slice the wedges into halves or thirds, depending on size. Aim for 1” bite-sized pieces.
Tear or roughly chop the basil leaves.
Combine the mozzarella, peaches, tomatoes, and basil in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Gently toss until well combined.
Drizzle with balsamic reduction, if using, and serve immediately.