Celebrate summer with this juicy Tomato, Peach and Basil Salad recipe that involves minimal prep but is big on flavour. Get the recipe below.
I love to make the most of seasonal produce and when summer is in full swing I like to use heirloom tomatoes as often as I can. To me they just taste like sunshine in the summer months.
Sweet peaches are perhaps a surprising pairing with tomatoes but they work perfectly together, particularly with the aromatic basil and a light drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is perfect for light lunches, as a side dish or part of a larger spread at a BBQ.
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Ingredients
To make this Tomato, Peach and Basil Salad you'll need just 7 ingredients.
- Fresh peaches
- Heirloom tomatoes
- Fresh basil
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper
Step-by-step Instructions
- Step 1: Cut the peaches and tomatoes into wedges and arrange on a plate or salad dish.
- Step 2: Sprinkle basil leaves over the top of the salad along with the dressing and serve immediately.
Substitutions
If you don't have all of the ingredients then try some of these alternatives:
- Fruit: Try nectarines, plums, or even mango for a similar sweetness.
- Herbs: Substitute with fresh mint or rocket for a peppery twist.
- Vinegar: Use lemon juice or a splash of red wine vinegar in place of balsamic vinegar.
- Oil: Leave out the olive oil entirely or use a neutral oil.
Variations
- Cheesy: Add vegan mozzarella or feta for a creamy element.
- Nutty: Top with toasted nuts like pine nuts, almonds, or walnuts for crunch.
- Leafy: to bulk it up as a light lunch salad add spinach or lettuce leaves.
If you like this recipe you may also want to try one of these other tomato salads:
Equipment
Here's the equipment you will need to make this salad:
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Salad plate or serving bowl
- Spoon for drizzling
Storage
Unfortunately this is not a recipe I recommend making ahead of time as the peaches might go soft and the basil is likely to wilt.
Frequently asked questions
You want soft, ripe peaches for this recipe but not ones that are overripe and mushy. They should give slightly when squeezed but still hold their shape.
The recipe
Tomato, Peach and Basil Salad
Equipment
- 1 knife
- 1 chopping board
- 1 serving plate or dish
Ingredients
- 2 peaches stone removed and cut into wedges
- 4 tomatoes cut into wedges
- 1 bunch basil leaves only
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Layer the peach and tomato wedges on a serving dish and sprinkle with torn basil.
- Drizzle over the olive oil and balsamic and season with salt and pepper
- Serve immediately.
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