Heirloom Tomato & Peach Caprese with Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A vibrant summer salad featuring heirloom tomatoes and ripe peaches, elevated with a smoky tomato dressing and fresh basil, embodying farm-to-table freshness. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Heirloom tomatoes, Peaches, Fresh basil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heirloom tomatoes
• 1 cup Peaches
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil
• 3 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp Smoked tomato paste
• 1/4 cup Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Slice heirloom tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange on a platter; place halved peaches cut-side down over tomatoes.
2. Step 2: Whisk smoked tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified, then gradually add remaining olive oil while whisking until smooth and slightly thickened.
3. Step 3: Thinly slice basil leaves and scatter over tomatoes and peaches; drizzle with vinaigrette until evenly coated, ensuring each piece has a glossy sheen.
4. Step 4: Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve at room temperature with extra basil for garnish.