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Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

by Jolina 35 Comments [This site contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. See Terms of Use for more information.]

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This peach caprese salad is a wonderful, summery twist to the traditional caprese. With summer-ripe peaches, fresh mozzarella and a balsamic reduction vinaigrette, it’s light, bright, perfect on a summer day.

(Looking for summer fresh salads? Try this cantaloupe salad with feta cheese and basil. Sweet, salty and delicious!)

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

You know it’s summer when you can smell peaches everywhere! And this peach caprese salad is a great way to eat more of them.

Take your favourite caprese salad – tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese and basil – add ripe peaches and sprinkle with a perfectly sweet and tart balsamic reduction. Delicious!

Peach caprese salad from the Magnolia Table cookbook

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

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Do you watch Fixer-Upper on HGTV? We’re more Netflix people actually but when we were house-hunting, we were glued to HGTV all day. And we became obsessed with Chip and Joana from Fixer-Upper (those were gorgeous homes!).

Anyway, when I heard she came out with a cookbook of course I snagged it (of course).

She has a recipe for peach caprese salad where she replaced tomatoes with peaches. When we tried it though, we kinda missed the sweetness of the tomatoes.

So I made my own version with both peaches and tomatoes and using Red’s balsamic reduction.

How to make peach caprese salad

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

The result is caprese salad but that much better. It’s really very simple (for the detailed recipe, scroll down to the bottom of the page to find a printable recipe card):

Take ripe but firm peaches, mozzarella, tomatoes (we used cherry tomatoes because we like it sweet but you can also use normal tomatoes), fresh basil and put it all together.

Traditionally, caprese salad is arranged oh so formally (you can see I made a tremendous amount of effort in some of the photos here lol!) but IRL, we just toss them all together in a bowl.

Then we drizzle the salad with some balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil.

How to make balsamic reduction

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Making balsamic reduction is easy too:

Combine balsamic vinegar with some honey in a saucepan on high heat until the mixture boils. Lower the heat to a simmer until the liquid reduces to about half in volume.

Use the best ingredients

For simple recipes like this, there’s really nowhere to hide so my only tip would be to find the best and freshest ingredients you can.

Splurge on some fresh mozzarella cheese. Buy that nice bottle of EVOO. Pick the best and freshest peaches.

This peach caprese salad is a delight and we deserve it every day this summer!

Other delicious fresh peach recipes

If you’re like us and can’t get enough of fresh peaches, you will love these.

Start with this stunning fresh peach clafoutis. Nobody will ever suspect it’s so easy to make!

Fresh Peach Clafoutis Recipe

If you’re looking for an everyday snacking cake, this sour cream peach cake is perfect.

Sour Cream Peach Cake - Made with Fresh Peaches!

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Author: Jolina
This peach caprese salad with balsamic reduction is a wonderful, summery twist to the traditional caprese. Light, bright, perfect on a summer day.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 219 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the balsamic reduction:

  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey

For the salad:

  • 2 pcs ripe but firm peaches pitted and sliced into wedges
  • 7 oz mozarella cheese cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
  • 1/2 lb cherry tomatoes (about 20 pieces) sliced in half
  • bunch fresh basil sliced or served whole
  • extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan on high heat, combine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar and 2 tbsp honey and bring to a boil. 
  • Lower heat to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces to about half its original volume (about 20 minutes). Stir occasionally. Remove from heat, transfer to a heat proof container and allow to cool completely.
  • In a salad plate or bowl, toss together pieces of peaches, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and basil. Drizzle with balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 325mgPotassium: 197mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 615IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 265mgIron: 0.8mg

Nutritional information are estimates only.

Keyword Easy, Picnic, Refreshing, Summer
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Happy caprese-ing!

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  1. Courtney says

    July 28, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    I’m obsessed with all things balsamic! One of my favorite dressings/marinades.

    Reply
  2. Marisa Franca says

    July 27, 2018 at 1:54 pm

    I’m glad you decided to make this recipe your own by including the tomatoes. Grape tomatoes are sweet anyway and I imagine they would be great along with the peaches. And I haven’t seen Fixer-Upper although I have seen photos of what Joana and Chip have done. Almost a miracle. I’m looking forward to trying out this version of caprese salad.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:32 am

      Thanks Marisa! Hope you like it.

      Reply
  3. Veena Azmanov says

    July 27, 2018 at 12:29 pm

    I absolutely love the combination of peach with balsamic and honey. This sounds so refreshing. I often add peaches to my salad I must try this soon. Sounds so yum.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:32 am

      Us too! When peaches are in season we tend to add them to everything lol.

      Reply
  4. Tami says

    July 27, 2018 at 10:13 am

    I am eager to try making the balsamic reduction. This recipe has to be delicious since my favorite fruit is in it.

    Reply
  5. Scott says

    July 27, 2018 at 9:24 am

    I haven’t had a peach salad in forever! Last time was in Atlanta, and they used Georgia peaches!

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:33 am

      That must have been delicious!!

      Reply
  6. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    July 27, 2018 at 5:01 am

    The salad looks really good! My husband wants me to make more salads to increase our dietary fiber. Your salad recipe is perfect because peaches are his favorite fruit. I am making this for him today.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:34 am

      Awesome. Hope you guys like it!

      Reply
  7. Pam says

    July 27, 2018 at 1:10 am

    What a great combination of flavors and perfect for summer lunches. I would love to serve this when I have company over.

    Reply
  8. Peter says

    July 26, 2018 at 11:27 pm

    Man this looks so good! Peaches are such a versatile and sweet fruit. This salad is right up my alley. I’m going to make this this eeekend

    Reply
  9. Brandy says

    July 26, 2018 at 7:28 pm

    This looks like such a delicious option to enjoy. I haven’t tried making any type of salads with peach before but I do love peaches. Happy to try your recipe.

    Reply
  10. Ebonye says

    July 26, 2018 at 12:35 pm

    I’m definitely a plain chef salad and ranch type of girl, but this looks really good. Definitely might have to try it!

    Reply
  11. Michelle says

    July 25, 2018 at 10:59 pm

    This sounds so delicious. I love peaches and adore caprese salad. This sounds so amazing, and I can’t wait to ty it!

    Reply
  12. Glenda says

    July 25, 2018 at 7:13 pm

    Your peach caprese salad looks so tasty and healthy. Being a vegetarian I look for new dishes to try out. Thank you because I will be trying this one out for sure!

    Reply
  13. Jeannine says

    July 25, 2018 at 1:24 pm

    I am saving this for the summer, will be awesome enjoying next to the pool. Definitely trying the balsamic vinegar also

    Reply
  14. Denise says

    July 25, 2018 at 7:20 am

    I am not a huge fruit lover but nothing is better than a fresh summer peach! I love your twist on a caprese salad and can’ wait to try it! I have to try some of your other peach recipes too….liked the grilled peaches…Yum!

    Reply
  15. Andrea Larson says

    July 25, 2018 at 2:08 am

    It looks so simple and so beautiful. I’ll try to make that (not sure though that it will turn out to be as simple as here for me though 🙂

    Reply
  16. Tonya Tardiff says

    July 24, 2018 at 11:01 pm

    Love Fixer Upper and also have her cookbook! I agree with your recipe, I’ll be making this inspired version instead! Looks so good!

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:37 am

      Isn’t it such a great show? 🙂 And I can’t wait to try other recipes in her book.

      Reply
  17. Helene says

    July 24, 2018 at 4:13 pm

    I love Italian food in general and Italian salads too! This one looks delicious and I am really curious about the taste, the combination peach and cheese and balsamic sound so intriguing to me.

    Reply
  18. Asma says

    July 24, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    I love Peaches. This salad sounds really good but I guess I will try first your Peach Clafoutis first lol. love your photography style too.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:38 am

      Lol that’s a great recipe too 🙂 Enjoy!

      Reply
  19. Kayla says

    July 24, 2018 at 9:58 am

    This looks so healthy and tasty. I love simple dishes like this for the summer time. Just something light, but filling at the same time.

    Reply
  20. Melanie says

    July 24, 2018 at 7:17 am

    Caprese is my fav kind of salad. This peach one looks super yummy and a real delight x

    Reply
  21. Christa says

    July 23, 2018 at 6:51 pm

    I love the idea of using both peaches and tomatoes! It’s the perfect summer recipe. I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  22. Tonie says

    July 23, 2018 at 6:40 pm

    This is so simple to make. I think this will be may default salad all summer long.

    Reply
  23. Nicole says

    July 23, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    I would have never thought to put fruit and caprese together. The mix of fruit and balsamic probably have a perfect sweet and salty. Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  24. Patricia Chamberlain says

    July 23, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    I love peaches! This recipe looks very good and very easy. I will be trying it soon.

    Reply
  25. Stephanie says

    July 23, 2018 at 11:12 am

    I haven’t bought Jo’s cookbook yet, but it’s on my list to get soon! My husband makes caprese salad any time we have fresh tomatoes from the garden. I’ll have to suggest this to him for something different, I’ll bet he will enjoy it!

    Reply
  26. Gloria says

    July 23, 2018 at 9:14 am

    What a great way to enjoy fresh peaches. Perfect for brunch or dinner….and I love fruit, so this would work for dessert for ME too LOL!! Get for BBQ parties….oh the wonderful flavours of summer.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:41 am

      Loving summer so far, especially now that the heat wave is over 🙂 Hope you’re having a blast Gloria!

      Reply
  27. Dawn says

    July 23, 2018 at 8:40 am

    First of all I love balsamic reduction. It’s amazing how syrupy it gets. Secondly I love everything about this salad!!! It just screams summer!!! Peaches, tomatoes, cheese! What’s not to love! This with some chicken would male for one lovely summer dinner. You’re seriously making me hungry right now Jolina 🙂 Hope you have an awesome week, my friend.

    Reply
    • Jolina says

      July 29, 2018 at 11:41 am

      All our favourite things in one humble salad right? 🙂 Thanks Dawn! Hope you’re having a lovely Sunday!

      Reply

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