Heirloom Tomato & Peach Caprese Salad (with Basil Oil)

If you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, look no further! This 10 minute Heirloom Tomato Peach Caprese Salad is the perfect option when you're looking for something visually appealing, delicious and easy to throw together! This perfect summer appetizer features juicy heirloom tomatoes, ripe peaches, avocado, dairy-free ricotta, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, and an easy homemade basil oil. It’s sweet, savory, stunning on a platter, and perfect with toasted bread for scooping up every last bite.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword dairy free, easy summer recipe, gluten free, plant based

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 473kcal

Author Jackie Akerberg

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

2-3 large heirloom tomatoes sliced
2 ripe peaches sliced
1 ripe avocado sliced
8 oz dairy-free ricotta
8-10 basil leaves
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1-2 tbsp basil oil recipe below
flaky sea salt
freshly cracked black pepper
fresh bread for serving

Garlic Basil Oil Ingredients

1 cup fresh basil
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 small garlic clove
pinch of salt

Instructions

Start by making the Garlic Basil Oil by adding all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend for 30 seconds, until vibrant green and smooth.
Pour through a fine-mesh strainer, using a spoon to press through. Transfer to a bottle to store.
For best results, arrange your tomatoes in an even layer, sprinkle with a bit of sea salt, let rest for a few minutes, and blot with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Drizzle a bit of balsamic and olive oil onto a serving platter, then sprinkle with the Italian seasoning.
Layer the tomatoes, peaches, and avocado slices in a beautiful arrangement, alternating colors and ingredients.
Add dollops of ricotta and basil leaves, then drizzle with extra oil and vinegar, finishing with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and cracked pepper.
Serve with fresh bread for dipping!

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