Peach Caprese Salad
Swap peaches for tomatoes in this fresh mozzarella and herb Italian-inspired salad. Vibrant and full of flavor and protein, your family will be delighted with this twist to a classic.
Serves 4
Prep time 10 min.
Ingredients
2 can (15oz.each) Del Monte® Lite Sliced Cling Peaches, drained
8 oz. tub small fresh mozzarella balls (Ciliegine), drained well
1 to 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn or coarsely chopped
1 cup baby arugula
Directions
Arrange peach slices and mozzarella casually on a platter or among 4 individual salad plates.
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Top evenly with basil and arugula and serve immediately.
NOTE: Recipe may be doubled.
TIP: To serve as a bruschetta topping, dice the peaches and mozzarella and chop the basil. Omit the arugula. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper and spoon onto garlic-rubbed toasted baguette slices.