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© GBS Benefits 2016 Wellness Services © GBS Benefits 2016 Wellness Services © GBS Benefits 2017 Wellness Services PEACH & BASIL SALA This delicious salad marries summer’s juicy, sweet peaches and aromatic basil with velvety, fresh mozzarella. This quick to fix, simple salad has an enticing bouquet and lots of vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium and fiber. Makes: 4 servings. Yield: about 5 cups. Per Serving: 211 calories, 12 g total fat (6 g saturated fat), 13 g carbohydrate, 15 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 351 mg sodium. Peach and Basil Salad with Fresh Mozzarella 1 lb. peaches, sliced into wedges, then cut crosswise (frozen may be used) 8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, cut in 3/4-inch cubes 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into medium pieces 2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp. rice vinegar Pinch salt Freshly ground black pepper, optional Directions In a large mixing bowl, combine peaches, mozzarella and basil. Drizzle with oil and vinegar, add salt and pepper (if using), and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 4 hours. MAY FEATURED RECIPE Did You Know? Cool summer salads are the perfect way to take in a wide variety of cancer-fighting nutrients from vegetables, grains, and fruits! http://www.aicr.org/health-e-recipes/2016/peach-and-basil-salad-with-fresh-mozzarella.html