Tomato & Peach Salad

This is one of the best ways to use peak-season peaches. The sweet peaches and juicy tomatoes balance each other perfectly.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 ripe peaches, sliced into wedges

• 2 large heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges

• ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced (optional)

• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

• 4 oz goat cheese or fresh mozzarella (or burrata)

• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze

• Flaky sea salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Arrange peaches and tomatoes on a serving platter.

2. Scatter basil leaves and red onion over the top.

3. Crumble goat cheese (or tear mozzarella/burrata) over the salad.

4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic.

5. Finish with flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Variations

Peach, Tomato & Burrata

Replace the goat cheese with creamy burrata and serve with grilled bread.

Peach Caprese

Use fresh mozzarella and add extra basil. Skip the onion.

Peach, Tomato & Arugula

Toss everything with a few handfuls of arugula for a heartier salad.

Dressing Upgrade

Whisk together:

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• 1 tsp honey

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Pinch of salt and pepper

Drizzle just before serving.