{"id":89472,"date":"2013-07-08T07:00:54","date_gmt":"2013-07-08T12:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=89472"},"modified":"2013-07-08T09:22:59","modified_gmt":"2013-07-08T14:22:59","slug":"summery-peach-caprese-salad-is-simple-yet-refined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/07\/summery-peach-caprese-salad-is-simple-yet-refined\/","title":{"rendered":"Summery Peach Caprese Salad is Simple Yet Refined"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nOne of my favorite uses of peaches is making a Caprese salad with a twist. Using peaches instead of tomatoes is a mouthwatering, savory way to enjoy one of summer\u2019s best fruits in a fresh, new way. <\/p>\n

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\nThe bright orange, yellow, and pink peaches, sliced in to half-inch thick disks similar to tomato slices, really pop against the crisp background of a white platter. Layer the peaches under single slices of creamy mozzarella cheese and lemony basil leaves to create a beautiful presentation that tastes as good as it looks.<\/p>\n

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\nYou’ll drizzle the top with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. For a richer flavor, you’ll want to use a quality, thicker variety, like the traditional balsamic vinegar from Robbins Family Farm<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Peach Caprese Salad<\/a><\/strong>
\nServes 10<\/em><\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

6 ripe peaches, sliced into 1\/2-inch thick disks
\n2 large mozzarella balls (or 1 large mozzarella log, precut is nice)
\nFresh basil leaves
\n3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
\n1 tbsp. quality, thick balsamic vinegar
\nKosher salt and pepper, to taste<\/p>\n

INSTRUCTIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>1. Arrange peach slices with mozzarella slices and basil in layers and repeat.<\/p>\n

2. Can be arranged down the center of a platter or on individual plates.<\/p>\n