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Peach, Basil, Mozzarella Bites

Published: Jul 21, 2016 · Modified: Jun 28, 2023 by Marisa Moore·

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This fresh peach appetizer will be your new favorite summer bite. You only need 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes to take these to the table or the pool!

Fresh Peach Appetizer - Peach Basil Mozzarella Bites

This fresh peach appetizer celebrates summer in a sweet and savory way. My Peach, Basil, Mozzarella Bites are so easy to make, you might just make them every day until September. Seriously.

If you have an abundance of basil growing in the garden or leftover from a market haul, use it up in this recipe! This simple and healthy appetizer takes just minutes to come together and requires no cooking!

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I landed on a recipe that doesn’t require cooking because… well it’s Atlanta. It’s hot! And in July, Georgia peaches are so succulently perfect that it would be a crime not to feature them. I love to get my peaches at my neighborhood farmers market from the Pearson Farms peach stand. They are perfect. No kidding. With only a few weeks of peach perfection to go, I had to use them in a recipe.

Fresh Peaches - Pearson Farms

These peaches need very little improvement but basil is always a tasty addition and a sprinkle of salt and heat help to balance the sweetness.

The mozzarella adds a little protein for satiety. That means more time chilling out versus going back and forth to the kitchen for snacks.

Peach Basil Mozzarella Bites

I used the leftover peaches in a Shrimp, Avocado, Peach Salad that really needs no recipe but maybe I’ll share it here next week because it makes for an easy lunch.

Peach Basil Cheese Bites on a white plate.

Peach, Basil, Mozzarella Bites

Marisa Moore, RDN
This fresh peach appetizer will be your new favorite summer bite. You only need 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes to make and take these to the table or the pool!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bites
Calories 45 kcal

Equipment

  • 16 toothpicks – obviously not an ingredient but you'll need these!

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small ripe peaches pitted and sliced
  • 8 small fresh mini mozzarella balls sliced in half
  • 16 small-medium sized fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil the best you have
  • red pepper flakes to taste optional
  • kosher salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cut the peach slices into 2-3 chunks each.
  • Skewer the peaches, mozzarella and a basil leaf to each toothpick. I used 2 peach chunks to one mozzarella half and one basil leaf. This is a general guideline. Stack them to suit your palate.
  • Place the bites onto a serving platter. Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with kosher salt and optional red pepper flakes to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 47mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 0.1mg
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This recipe was inspired by the many Peach Caprese Salads like this one from Real Simple. This version makes a quick and easy snack or appetizer for your next party or pool lounging session. Add a balsamic drizzle for extra flavor and flair.

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Fresh Peach Appetizer - Peach Basil Mozzarella Bites


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  1. Shery Sullivan

    January 24, 2024 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    Excited to make these for my nephew’s 21st birthday party. My daughter is vegan. She’ll appreciate these tasty bites.

    Reply
  2. Julie Harrington

    July 24, 2016 at 11:18 am

    Your pictures are amazing!! I just recently tried the mozz/peach combo in one of my cooking classes. love it!

    Reply
  3. Kelly Sloan

    July 23, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Love how simple and delicious this recipe is. What a great combo!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 23, 2016 at 2:35 pm

      Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  4. Dianna | Chard in Charge

    July 23, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    I love this for a snack idea! We usually eat peaches from our tree with basil and a hone drizzle for dessert this time of year, but love the addition of mozzarella for a sweet and salty snack.

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 23, 2016 at 2:09 pm

      That sounds like a good combo too. I often add balsamic vinegar but the slight fruitiness of the EVOO with the salt and red pepper flakes really works with this one.

      Reply
  5. Courtney

    July 22, 2016 at 6:59 pm

    Ooh, I love the looks of these! So cute and simple and delicious!

    Reply
  6. Sonali- The Foodie Physician

    July 22, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    I love these- summertime dining perfection! Thanks for clarifying about the toothpicks, lol 🙂

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 22, 2016 at 5:31 pm

      Haha! I added the toothpicks to the list because just as I was about to make these, I realized I didn’t have any. Wanted to save y’all the extra trip to the store! LOL

      Reply
  7. Farrah

    July 21, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    I need to go get some peaches! <3 This looks so tasty!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 22, 2016 at 5:29 pm

      Yes. Do it!

      Reply
  8. Serena Ball

    July 21, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    Brilliant. I’d eat the whole plate too! Just shared on the ReDux FB page. (:

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 22, 2016 at 5:29 pm

      Yeah… kinda became breakfast! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Lauren Harris-Pincus

    July 21, 2016 at 7:56 am

    I love little bites and these sound sooo good!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      July 22, 2016 at 5:29 pm

      Me too! Something about a little bite – just seems more enjoyable!

      Reply

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