PEACH, MOZZARELLA, AND BASIL SALAD

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Wonderful summer salad. From Real Simple magazine. Enjoyable change from using tomato with mozzarella.

Provided by SaucyCook

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ripe peaches (peeled, if desired)
1 cup fresh basil leaf, torn
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1 inch chunks
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut each peach into 6 to 8 wedges, then cut each wedge in half crosswise.
  • In a large bowl, combine the peaches, basil, and mozzarella.
  • Drizzle with the oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss.
  • (You can cover and refrigerate the salad for up to several hours.) Serve cold or at room temperature.

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