Peach Caprese Salad

This Peach Caprese Salad combines juicy ripe peaches, creamy burrata, fresh basil, and a honey balsamic drizzle for a fresh summer twist on the classic Italian caprese salad. It’s quick, elegant, and perfect for warm-weather entertaining.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Total Time 15

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Italian-American, Italian-Inspired

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

3-4 ripe peaches sliced into wedges
4 oz burrata cheese
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Honey Balsamic Drizzle

2 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tsp honey
1 tsp olive oil

Optional Add-Ins

¼ cup pistachios lightly toasted and chopped
2-3 slices prosciutto torn into ribbons

Equipment

Sharp knife: for slicing peaches cleanly
cutting board for prepping peaches and basil
Small mixing bowl: for whisking the honey balsamic drizzle
Serving platter: for arranging the caprese salad beautifully

Method

Slice the peaches into wedges and arrange them across a large serving platter or shallow bowl.
Gently tear the burrata into pieces and place it throughout the peaches, allowing some of the creamy interior to spread onto the fruit.
Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the salad.
In a small bowl whisk together the balsamic glaze, honey, and olive oil until smooth.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the peaches and burrata, followed by the honey balsamic drizzle.
Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. If using, finish the salad with toasted pistachios and torn prosciutto for added texture and savory contrast.
Serve immediately while the peaches are juicy and the burrata is creamy.

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Notes

Best Peaches: Use ripe peaches that smell fragrant and give slightly when pressed. They should be sweet and juicy but still firm enough to slice cleanly.
Burrata vs Mozzarella: Burrata adds an ultra-creamy center that spreads into the salad, but fresh mozzarella slices or mozzarella pearls can be substituted if needed.
Salt the Peaches: A small pinch of salt enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches and balances the creamy cheese.
Serving Temperature: For the best flavor, let the peaches and burrata sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.
Add Texture: Toasted pistachios or prosciutto add a nice contrast to the soft peaches and creamy burrata.
Tomato Peach Caprese: For a traditional twist, add sliced heirloom tomatoes along with the peaches.
Nutrition (per serving, 4 servings): 210 calories, 14g fat, 16g carbs, 6g protein, 2g fiber. Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used.