Millionaire Peach Salad with Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, and Balsamic Glaze Recipe
A refreshing and elegant Millionaire Peach Salad featuring ripe peaches, fresh mozzarella, arugula, toasted walnuts, crumbled feta, and fresh basil, all drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, this salad combines sweet, savory, and peppery flavors with delightful textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1 cup arugula or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Dressing & Seasoning
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Peaches: Wash the peaches thoroughly, cut them in half, remove the pits, and slice into wedges for easy eating.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, gently mix together the sliced peaches, halved mozzarella balls, arugula or mixed greens, toasted and chopped walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and torn fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle & Season: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine all flavors without bruising the ingredients.
- Chill: Place the salad in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the salad to cool slightly.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled, either plated individually or directly from the bowl for a casual presentation.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushiness in the salad.
- Toast the walnuts lightly to enhance their crunch and flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella balls can be substituted with bocconcini if unavailable.
- Add a splash of olive oil with the balsamic glaze for extra richness if desired.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 1 day.
