Peach Tomato Caprese Salad Recipe

A must-have on a Southern Hemisphere Christmas table is salad - it's the height of summer here, and something crisp and green just makes sense. This Peach Tomato Caprese Salad nods to the Italian flag while echoing Christmas colours, and it's a lovely way to showcase delicious peaches and other stone fruit; you can even arrange it into a wreath or a candy cane for a bit of festive fun.

If you're looking for a fun version then try this snowman caprese salad or this candy cane caprese or a wreath Caprese salad. A peach and tomato caprese is also delicious to serve at Christmas.

Peach Tomato Caprese Salad

An Original Recipe by Lorraine Elliott

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 0 minutes

• 3 medium good quality tomatoes, sliced
• 2x100g/3.5oz Mozzarella balls, sliced as thick as the tomatoes.
• 2 peaches, sliced thinly
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper

Step 1 - Layer sliced tomatoes, mozzarella and peaches in a circular wreath pattern. Whisk the balsamic vinegar with the oil and drizzle on top. Season with salt and pepper and add basil leaves.