Peach and Mozzarella Salad with Orange, Basil, and Poppy Seed Dressing
Updated Feb 07, 2025, Published Jul 10, 2020
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Fresh local peaches and nectarines everywhere!! This recipe makes enough to feed a crowd. If you want to make a smaller batch: half the recipe of peaches and mozzarella and use half of the dressing (do not half the dressing recipe just use less on the salad).
Made with Amore,
Elena
Directions:
- In a large serving bowl cut and mix:
10 large ripe peaches or nectarines
3-4 Cups fresh mozzarella cheese (cubbed)
Dressing:
In a large mason jar add all the ingredients below then shake vigorously. Keeps in fridge up to one week.
Zest and juice of two large oranges
1 cup fresh chopped basil leaves
1 1/2 cups high quality extra virgin olive oil
3 TBS of apple cider vinegar (sherry vinegar works well too)
3 Tsp. Poppy seeds
Salt and pepper to taste
Pour dressing over peaches, mozzarella and arugula (if desired), toss, then serve!
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Peach and Mozzarella Salad with Orange, Basil, and Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 large oranges, zest and juice
- 1 cup fresh chopped basil leaves
- 1 ½ cups high quality extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, sherry vinegar works well too
- 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 10 large peaches , or nectarines
- 3-4 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
Instructions
Dressing:
- In a large mason jar add all the ingredients below then shake vigorously. Keeps in fridge up to one week.
Salad
- In a large serving bowl combine peaches or nectarines with mozzarella cheese.
- Pour dressing over peaches, mozzarella and arugula (if desired), toss, then serve!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Fresh and perfect for summer!