Mozzarella, Peach and Tomato Salad : Lovely for Summer

The words summer and salad seem to go together so well - so do the ingredients used in this recipe. A colourful peach and mozzarella salad is just perfect for when juicy peaches and tomatoes are at their seasonal best. It is so simple to make, but the fresh summer flavour combination of creamy mozzarella, sweet stone fruit and tangy tomatoes really will impress. For a delicious taste of summer please read on.

Ingredients
Serves Six
4 ripe peaches, halved, stoned and sliced
120g sweet mixed baby tomatoes, halved
2 tomatoes, sliced
15g fresh basil leaves
½ lemon, juiced
3 tbsp. olive oil
250g mozzarella
½ red chilli, deseeded and thinly sliced

Method
1. Put the peaches and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add half the basil, the lemon juice and 2 tbsp. olive oil; season and toss together. Transfer to a serving plate.
2. Tear the mozzarella over the salad and scatter over the chilli and remaining basil; season. Drizzle with the remaining oil.

Nutrition per serving
Carbohydrate 7.3g Protein 8.3g Fat 13g
From an original idea here

For readers who are not experiencing summer weather at the moment, you may prefer a Cheesy Bean and Lentil Bake - see the recipe here

~ wishing all readers a happy day ~

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All the best Jan