The combination of sweet and savory makes this already incredible Peach Caprese Salad even more amazing. I believe this is the perfect salad for summer. It’s refreshing, sweet, delicious, eye-catching and easy to make! Let me know if you agree!
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If you’ve checked out any of my recent recipes, you’ll know something about me already.
You’ll know that I love Mediterranean cuisine.
Just look at these Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers Without Rice or these Oven Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs.
And you’ll see just how big a fan I am of the Mediterranean Diet.
I am also a huge fan of summer salads!
So, what could be better than a summer salad that uses traditional Mediterranean Diet Ingredients?
A Caprese Salad with Peaches!
What Is A Caprese Salad?
A Caprese Salad is an Italian salad made using fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil.
Mozzarella, tomatoes and basil are the fundamental ingredients in any Caprese salad.
I also like to add extra virgin olive oil, as well as balsamic vinegar, in order to enhance and expand the flavor profile.
What Is A Peach Caprese Salad?
A Peach Caprese Salad is just a Caprese Salad that includes peaches as one of its main ingredients.
Why Add Peaches?
This salad already has key savory elements.
It incorporates tomatoes and balsamic vinegar.
In my opinion, it’s the combination of sweet AND savory elements that really make this salad delicious.
I feel that the peaches provide the perfect ‘sweet’ addition to this mostly savory salad.
And what fruit is more synonymous with summer than peaches?
(Okay, okay I know you are probably thinking watermelon, but just go with me here…)
How To Pronounce Caprese
Caprese is pronounced “Cuh-pray-zay“.
It is an Italian word that means ‘of or from Capri’, which is an Island off the Coast of Italy.
My mother who spoke Italian would call this recipe ‘Insalata Caprese il Pesche‘, which means ‘Salad of Capri with Peaches’.
Why I Think This Peach Caprese Salad Is The Prefect Salad For Summer
I love that this salad incorporates fresh peaches, tomatoes, and basil.
These ingredients alone provide a fragrant mix of several of the scents associated with summer.
I enjoy the distinctly crisp and sweet aromas of the fresh peaches.
And I can remember my mother picking fresh basil during the summer.
The basil produced such a wonderful aroma when she pulled the leaves and shredded them between her fingers.
The chilled mozzarella fresh from the refrigerated dairy counter and the balsamic drizzle all combine in the most perfect way.
This Peach Caprese Salad or Insalata Caprese if you prefer, smells – and tastes – like summer to me!
Just writing this description is making me want to stop and eat this right now!
But not until I share this recipe with YOU!
Why You Will Love This Peach Caprese Salad
I think that you will love the combination of sweet and savory elements.
In my opinion, it’s this combination of sweet and savory that elevates this Peach Caprese Salad beyond your typical summer salad.
The sweet peaches combined with the savory kick from the balsamic vinegar form an irresistible melding of flavors.
In my opinion, the fresh, aromatic, basil complements each of the other ingredients, perfectly.
And this recipe uses very few ingredients.
That makes it a breeze to prepare!
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Peach Caprese Salad – The Ingredients
If you’ve been here before, you’ll know that I love sharing simple, seasonal recipes that use very few ingredients.
This Peach Caprese Salad is no exception!
All you need to follow my exact recipe is:
- Fresh Peaches (4)
- Tomatoes (2)
- Fresh Mozzarella (1/2 lb)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Fresh Basil
With only these easy-to-find ingredients needed, a nice Peach Caprese Salad is a recipe that I believe anyone can make!
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Recipe Equipment Needed
This Peach Caprese Salad is such a breeze to prepare, I didn’t even include a photo of the cookware needed.
You’ll just need a:
- Sharp Chef’s Knife
All you really need is a high-quality, sharp knife for slicing the tomato, peaches and mozzarella.
The leaves of the basil can be shredded by hand.
What could be simpler?
Tips & Substitutions
Salt & Pepper
I do not use salt OR pepper in this recipe.
While some recipes for Peach Caprese Salad you’ll find online recommend salt and/or pepper, I just don’t think it’s necessary.
I feel that the balsamic vinegar or a quality balsamic glaze drizzle is salty enough, so I recommend skipping salt altogether.
I also do not recommend adding pepper in combination with sweet elements like peaches and basil.
I understand that pepper is a nice addition to the tomatoes, however.
And if you must have pepper, I would suggest adding the pepper JUST to the tomato slices before building your salad.
Peach-Infused Balsamic Vinegar
I didn’t even know this was a thing until recently.
If you are crazy about peaches and cannot get enough peach flavor, I recommend this Peach Infused Balsamic Vinegar.
It can be used as a substitute for traditional balsamic vinegar in this recipe.
However, I prefer using this peach-infused balsamic vinegar in conjunction with traditional balsamic vinegar.
Does This Peach Caprese Salad Use Yellow Or White Peaches?
It’s really up to you.
I used a combination of two yellow and two white peaches in this recipe.
I think the yellow peaches contrast nicely against the fresh white mozzarella.
But white peaches are so sweet and delicious, so I added them as well.
Go by whatever type of peaches you prefer you can’t go wrong!
Fresh Mozzarella
This is one ingredient you’ll want to keep as-is.
There is, literally, nothing that can replace fresh mozzarella as one of the key ingredients in this Peach Caprese Salad.
Don’t substitute!
Slicing Fruit and Even Mozzarella Requires A Sharp Knife
A dull knife is a kitchen accident waiting to happen.
It is very important when slicing tough fruit like peaches or even tomatoes that you use a high-quality knife!
Even slicing a nice ball of fresh mozzarella can be dicey (get it?) without the proper knife.
And Now…
On to the recipe!
Peach Caprese Salad
2
servings15
minutes0
minutes186
kcalThis Peach Caprese Salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory! Peaches are the ideal sweet element that elevates this dish beyond any traditional Caprese Salad. The balsamic vinegar drizzle and fresh basil make this Peach Caprese Salad the perfect summer appetizer!
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Ingredients
4 whole Peaches
1/2 lb Fresh Mozzarella
2 whole Tomatoes
6 – 12 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
6 – 12 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 oz Fresh Basil
Directions
- Slice fresh tomatoes, ball of fresh mozzarella, and peaches into roughly, equally-sized slices. Anywhere from about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick is ideal.
- On a large plate (you can use a small plate but this Caprese salad is so good you’ll want a lot of it), simply layer the slices of peach, tomato and mozzarella. (NOTE: There is no specific way to do this. I prefer alternating tomato, mozzarella, and peach slices mainly to have high-contrast colors near one another. This makes a nice food photo. But the layering order is totally up to you).
- Pull fresh basil leaves from their stems as you go (or have the leaves already separated, beforehand) and place these vibrant green leaves judiciously throughout. I tried to intersperse them evenly (mainly for the food photo), but there is no right or wrong way to do this!
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar on top of the salad. Be generous with the amount!
- Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil on top as a final touch.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Try substituting a Peach-Infused Balsamic Vinegar for traditional Balsamic Vinegar.
- I highly encourage using fresh mozzarella in this recipe. This is one time you don’t want to skimp on the fresh stuff!
- I’ve also had luck using a highly-concentrated balsamic reduction like this in place of the balsamic vinegar. This turns the savory factor up to eleven!
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How To Store Peach Caprese Salad
I think that this Peach Caprese Salad is so delicious and refreshing that you’ll probably not have any left over.
But if you do, simply cover it tightly with a good plastic food wrap and refrigerate immediately.
Keeping this salad covered and cool will allow the flavors to shine even after being stored.
I would recommend AGAINST storing your Peach Caprese Salad in the freezer.
Tomatoes and, especially, sliced peaches can develop freezer burn and lose their flavor.
How Long Will Peach Caprese Salad Last In The Fridge?
One or Two days is the maximum time I would allow this dish to rest in the refrigerator.
The main reason is that once peaches have been sliced open, the process of browning will begin.
Refrigerating slows this process, significantly, but you don’t want to let sliced peaches remain in the refrigerator for too long.
Check Out These Summer Salad Recipes!
Since I seem to be on a Mediterranean Diet kick lately, I sometimes forget about my other favorite summer salads.
If cool, refreshing, healthy salads are as appealing to you as they are to me, please check out a few of my other salad recipes:
- Somen Noodle Salad – A Chilled Japanese Noodle Salad with Crunchy Vegetables
- Black Bean & Couscous Salad – A Protein Packed Summer Salad Made With Couscous
- Chilled Gazpacho Salad – The Ultimate Summer Salad Of Tomatoes, Onions, Cucumbers
A Perfect Summer Salad Or Something More?
This Peach Caprese Salad with it’s combination of fresh, summertime ingredients is a favorite salad appetizer.
It can be served at a picnic or as a lighter, healthier option at any summer barbecue.
The Mediterranean Diet Ingredients form the foundation of a traditional Caprese Salad, while the peaches add a sweet element.
And it’s the combination of sweet and savory that makes this Peach Caprese Salad ultimately irresistible.
Plus, it’s easy to prepare.
Amaze your guests at your next get-together with something that’s a little bit unique and even more delicious!
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What Do You Think About This Easy Peach Caprese Salad?
Do you agree that this just may be the perfect summer salad?
What about any tips or suggestions that could help improve this recipe?
I would LOVE to hear what you think!
Just POST A COMMENT in the Comments Section below
Until next time…
Happy Cooking!
