Serves 2-4
Celebrate late summer’s peak with a colorful, nutrient-rich food adventure. From heirloom tomatoes to juicy peaches, late summer’s harvest is bursting with flavor. Explore local farmer’s markets, try something new, and savor the season with this refreshing salad that highlights the best of what’s fresh, local, and delicious.
INGREDIENTS:
2 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
2 peaches, sliced
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Handful of fresh basil leaves
Optional: crumbled goat or feta cheese, chopped pistachios
BASIL-LIME VINAIGRETTE:
Juice of 1 lime
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp raw, organic local honey
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
Sea salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
METHOD:
Gently layer the tomatoes, peaches, cucumber, and onion on a platter. Whisk all vinaigrette ingredients together until emulsified. Drizzle over salad before serving. Top with basil, cheese and/or pistachio nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Let the flavors of summer inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection, one delicious bite at a time.
