HOT BACON TOMATO PEACH GOAT CHEESE SALAD

INGREDIENTS:
  • 8 ounces goat cheese, sliced
  • 3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 peaches, sliced into wedges
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
Vinaigrette
  • 6 slices raw bacon, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • chili flakes
INSTRUCTIONS:
  1. Arrange the tomatoes, peaches, and goat cheese in layers. Season lightly with salt. Add basil leaves. 
  2. To make the vinaigrette: Cook the bacon until crispy. Drain lightly. Mix olive oil, vinegar, honey, dijon, and thyme. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad. Gently toss. Enjoy warm.
Available at the Oakmont Farmer’s Market 8/30:
-Goat cheese available from Amazing Acres
-Bacon available from Lindenhof Farm
-Tomatoes and basil available from Salvaterra’s Gardens
-Peaches available from North Star Orchards