Summer Peach Salad with Avocado & Mozzarella
Summer Peach Salad with Avocado & Mozzarella is a fresh, creamy, and vibrant salad that combines juicy ripe peaches, buttery avocado, and soft mozzarella with peppery greens and aromatic basil. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish on warm days, offering a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2–3 fresh ripe but firm peaches, pitted and sliced
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or slices
- 4 cups baby arugula or mixed greens
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Dressing and Seasoning
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or balsamic glaze
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches and avocado: Wash and pit fresh peaches, then cut into thin wedges or bite-sized cubes. Peel and carefully slice the avocados to keep their creamy texture. Set both aside in a bowl.
- Arrange the greens: Lay a bed of baby arugula or mixed greens on a large serving plate or bowl as the base for the salad.
- Add mozzarella: Evenly distribute fresh mozzarella balls or slices over the greens to add a soft and milky contrast.
- Combine everything: Gently layer the peach slices and avocado on top of the mozzarella and greens, ensuring a good mix of textures and flavors in every bite.
- Dress and season: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice or drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad. Sprinkle sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, then scatter fresh basil leaves on top for aroma and color.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushiness and watery texture.
- Choose perfectly ripe avocados for creamy texture without quick browning.
- Opt for fresh mozzarella balls or slices instead of shredded for softer, flavorful bites.
- Add dressing just before serving to keep the salad fresh and prevent sogginess.
- Season gradually, tasting as you go for the best flavor balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: summer salad, peach salad, avocado salad, mozzarella salad, fresh salad, gluten free salad, healthy salad