Peach Salad Kathys Recipes

PEACH SALAD

Steps:

• Soak 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in ice water for 10 minutes; drain and pat dry. Whisk 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar and 2 teaspoons each honey and Dijon mustard in a large bowl; whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil. Add the onion, 6 peaches (cut into wedges), 1/2 cup chopped candied walnuts and 1/4 cup each fresh basil and mint. Season with salt and pepper and toss.

PEACH CAPRESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC CHERRIES

Steps:

• Combine the cherries, balsamic, oil, shallot and some salt and pepper in a bowl. Let sit in the fridge for 30 minutes.
• Cut the peaches in half and remove the pits. Cut lengthwise into slices. Slice the mozzarella 1/2-inch thick.
• Layer the peaches and mozzarella on a serving plate, alternating one after the other. Spoon the relish over the top, then sprinkle with salt and drizzle with olive oil. Scatter the basil over the top.

FRESH PEACH SALAD

Steps:

• Add the oil, vinegar, honey and mustard to a jar with a lid. Add the shallot and season with salt and pepper. Close the jar and shake until combined. (See Cook's Note.)
• Layer the peaches, pecans, Gouda and arugula in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top, then toss until everything is coated. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

PEACH AND CORNBREAD PANZANELLA

Steps:

• For the cornbread: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Oil a baking sheet.
• Put the cornbread on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with oil and season with salt. Bake until nicely toasted, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
• For the dressing: Whisk the mustard, vinegar, oil, capers, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.
• For the salad: Add the peaches, cucumbers, tomatoes and onions to the dressing and toss. Add in the cornbread cubes and basil and toss again. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
• Drizzle olive oil over the top. Place slices of prosciutto over the top.

PEACH CAPRESE SALAD

Steps:

• Tear mozzarella into large pieces. On 2 large plates, arrange lettuce, peach wedges, tomato wedges, mozzarella and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar; sprinkle with salt and pepper.