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Peach & Mozzarella Summer Salad with Lemon Dressing: The Brightest, Freshest Salad for Sunny Days


  • Author: Melissa
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Juicy peaches, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all layered and drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. The perfect easy summer salad for lunches, parties, or a light side dish!


Ingredients

Scale

34 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

8 ounces fresh mozzarella (balls or sliced)

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced

Freshly ground black pepper

Flaky sea salt

For the Lemon Dressing:

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

1/4 teaspoon salt

Zest of 1 lemon (optional)


Instructions

Wash and slice peaches into wedges. Slice mozzarella or halve mozzarella balls.

Arrange peaches and mozzarella on a platter, overlapping.

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and zest for the dressing.

Scatter basil over salad, drizzle with lemon dressing.

Sprinkle with flaky salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, juicy peaches and quality mozzarella. Assemble salad and add dressing just before serving. Leftovers keep up to 1 day but are best enjoyed fresh.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-cook, Assembly

Keywords: peach mozzarella salad, summer salad, lemon basil salad, peach caprese, easy peach salad, fresh mozzarella salad, healthy summer side