Peach and Mozzarella Salad with Orange, Basil and Poppy Seed Dressing

Fresh local peaches and nectarines everywhere!! This recipe makes enough to feed a crowd. If you want to make a smaller batch: half the recipe of peaches and mozzarella and use half of the dressing (do not half the dressing recipe just use less on the salad).

Made with Amore,

Elena

Preparation:

In a large serving bowl cut and mix:

10 large ripe peaches or nectarines

3-4 Cups fresh mozzarella cheese

Dressing:

In a large mason jar add all the

Ingredients below then shake vigorously. Keeps in fridge up to one week. 

Zest and juice of two large

1 Cup fresh chopped basil leaves

1 1/2 Cups high quality extra virgin olive oil 

3 TBS of apple cider vinegar (sherry vinegar works well too) 

3 Tsp. Poppy seeds

Salt and pepper to taste

Pour dressing over peaches, mozzarella and arugula (if desired), toss, then serve!