Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Experience the essence of summer with this Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad with Basil Vinaigrette. This refreshing dish combines juicy heirloom tomatoes and sweet peaches, drizzled with a fragrant basil vinaigrette. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, it’s perfect for gatherings or as a light meal that impresses with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups heirloom tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 cup ripe peaches (diced)
- 5 fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fruits under cool running water. Slice heirloom tomatoes into thick wedges and dice ripe peaches.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Stir in chopped basil leaves, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss sliced tomatoes and peaches together. Drizzle half of the vinaigrette over them and mix carefully.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving platter or individual plates, drizzling remaining vinaigrette on top.
- Garnish with whole basil leaves before serving.
- Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Substitute peaches with mango or berries for a different twist. - Add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. - Experiment with herbs such as mint or cilantro to enhance flavor profiles.