Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad with Whipped Goat Cheese

Dressing

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
• 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• salt & pepper
• 1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced

Whipped Goat Cheese

• 4 ounces soft goat cheese
• 6 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

Salad

• 3 small heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1" wedges
• 2 medium peaches, cut into 1/2" wedges
• a few tears of watercress

Directions

• Whisk the first 5 dressing ingredients together, then stir in the onions and set aside.
• In a food processor, blend the whipped goat cheese ingredients until slightly fluffy, about a minute.
• Add the tomatoes, peaches, watercress and dressing to a bowl and stir until combined.
• Spread the whipped goat cheese on a platter, top with the salad, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve alone or with grilled or toasted bread topped with olive oil and sea salt.

Geri found this on NYT Cooking — perfect right now while heirloom tomatoes and peaches are in season.