Georgia Caprese Salad
This is the second recipe I’ve shared from the fantastic cookbook, Southern My Way—Simple Recipes, Fresh Flavors by Gena Knox. However, I have to say, this Georgia Caprese Salad with Lime Vinaigrette is my very favorite. Not only is it simple and delicious, but it also makes an elegant entree to serve to company. I’ve already made it twice this summer: a few weeks ago when I invited a friend to have lunch, and tonight for a simple weekday dinner. This Southern spin on an Italian classic screams summer. And, when it’s made with fresh, local peaches, you can’t stop it.
Georgia Caprese Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
*Use organic ingredients when possible
Prep Time 15 minutes
Yields 4 servings
Ingredients:
Dressing
Juice and zest of 1 lime
1 tablespoon champagne or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Salad
2 (4-ounce) balls fresh, water-packed mozzarella cheese
4 (room temperature) ripe peaches, unpeeled, each cut into 8 wedges
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
Method:
First To prepare dressing, combine lime juice, zest, vinegar, water, honey, and salt. Slowly whisk in olive oil and set aside.
Next Cut cheese into 1-inch pieces and gently toss with peaches and basil leaves.
Last Whisk mint into dressing and toss about 2 tablespoons (or more to taste) with salad. Season with freshly cracked pepper and serve.
The vintage linens and lovely rose print plates belonged to my grandmother, Lois McManaway Rieley.
Also, this peach caprese salad pairs beautifully (as if they were made for one another) with a vino spumante, extra dry, cuvèe or sparkling Vermentino from the vineyard, Poggio Barbone from Castellina in Chianti, Italy. Definitely, a match made in heaven. 🙂
This delicious salad is perfect for summer entertaining.
I hope you’ll give it a try!
Have a wonderful week!
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fourth generation farmgirl 
This looks absolutely divine especially with the peaches. I do love the dressing, too. Your grandmother’s dishes are priceless, makes the salad even better! 💗💗
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Thanks so much, Lisa. The cookbook author’s dressings are amazing—really flavorful. And, thank you for your sweet comment regarding my grandmother’s dishes. She was very important to me, and I have many fond memories of her. I always enjoy sharing her special dishes and linens with others. 🙂💗
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This is certainly a salad I’ve never seen before! Thanks for the idea 🙂
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You’re welcome! I’m happy you visited. It’s definitely worth trying! 🙂
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Sounds delicious!
And love the crockery you used!
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Thank you very much, Ritu. It’s such a simple recipe and a great way to enjoy summer peaches!
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Sounds good!!
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Light and refreshing especially with the zest and zing from the lime!
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I agree. It’s very light and refreshing—good on a hot summer day. Thanks, Garfield. 🙂
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Most welcome😊
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I have to try this amazing salad! 😍🌿
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Thank you. We really love this salad. I hope you’ll enjoy it! 🙂🍑
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So fresh and spritzy sounding I certainly have to have a go at making this 🍑
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