Summer Fruit Caprese Salad
Summer Fruit Caprese Salad is a fresh and colorful twist on the traditional Caprese salad, featuring juicy peaches, cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this refreshing dish is perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or a light, healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 peaches or nectarines, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
- Aged balsamic vinegar, as needed
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced peaches or nectarines and halved cherry tomatoes on a large platter.
- Distribute the torn mozzarella pieces evenly over the arranged fruits.
- Scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
- Season the salad with flaky sea salt to enhance the flavors.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar over the salad just before serving.
Notes
- Fruit Variations: Swap peaches for plums, apricots, or nectarines.
- Additional Ingredients: Add strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries for extra sweetness.
- Cheese Substitutes: Use burrata or goat cheese instead of mozzarella.
- Storage: Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day.