Nectarine Caprese Salad

serves 4

recipe adapted from Sunset Magazine

  • 2-3 large heirloom tomatoes
  • 2 ripe nectarines
  • 8 oz. bur rata cheese, or fresh mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 8 mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaked sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Cut the tomatoes and nectarines into large wedges and arrange on a platter. Tear burrata into large chunks and distribute over the top. Scatter basil and mint over salad.

Whisk together vinegar and oil in a small bowl. Drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with salt and cracked black pepper to taste.