Herby Peach Mozzarella Salad
Fresh, juicy peaches meet creamy mozzarella and garden herbs in this vibrant salad. Tossed with golden breadcrumbs and a bright basil vinaigrette, it’s a simple showstopper in just 15 minutes.
Serves: 6
Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients – Vinaigrette
| 2 tbsp | White vinegar |
| 3 tbsp | Chopped basil |
| 1 1/2 tbsp | Dijon |
| 2 tsp | Honey |
| 1/2 cup | Safflower oil or other neutral oil |
Toasted Breadcrumbs
| 1 cup | Breadcrumbs |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
Salad
| 1 ball | Mozzarella (ripped into bite sized pieces) |
| 3 large peaches | Sliced into bite sized pieces |
| 2 cups | Basil (torn or small leaves) |
| 4 tbsp | Chopped parsley |
| 1 small bag | Mixed greens |
| 1 small bag | Spinach |
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together white vinegar, dijon, basil and honey.
2. Next, slowly add oil, in a slow stream, while whisking vigorously, until the vinaigrette thickens and becomes foggy. Set aside.
3. For the breadcrumbs, melt butter in a large frying pan on medium-low heat. Add the breadcrumbs to the pan, in a thin layer, and toast until golden brown and fragrant.
4. Add a few pinches of salt, stir, and set aside in a bowl to cool.
5. In a large bowl, add mozzarella, peaches, parsley, basil, greens and spinach. Drizzle the dressing over the top, toss gently with hands or tongs, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and serve immediately.
Local Source Guide
Peaches: Masstown Market, Noggins Corner Farm Market, Stirling Fruit Farms, Uprooted Market & Cafe.
Mozzarella: Masstown Creamery
Credits
Recipe and photography provided by: Jess Emin