Strawberries, Peaches, and Basil with orange Vinaigrette

By mirelsonp

Serve within 20 minutes of preparing for maximum flavor and optimal temperature.

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 1/2 Tbsp sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• Dash of salt
• 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 lb fresh strawberries, halved
• 1 large ripe peach or nectarine, cut into 16 wedges
• 1/4 cup small fresh basil leaves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 15 minutes). Add oil and salt to pan, stirring with a whisk. Let stand 2 minutes.

2. Combine berries and peach in a large bowl. Add juice mixture, stirring gently. Sprinkle with basil.