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Grilled Peach Salad: A Sweet & Savory Summer Delight

This Grilled Peach Salad combines sweet, juicy peaches, peppery arugula, creamy burrata, and a tangy balsamic glaze. It's an easy yet elegant dish perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a light lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • 1 ball burrata cheese
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the peach halves lightly with olive oil. Place them cut-side down on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes until they develop grill marks and soften slightly. Flip and grill for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from the grill and let them cool slightly.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the arugula with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange the arugula on a serving platter or individual plates. Place the grilled peach halves on top of the arugula.
  4. Tear the burrata cheese into chunks and scatter it over the peaches and arugula. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad, then sprinkle with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts or almonds.

Notes

Choose ripe but firm peaches for grilling. Enhance the balsamic glaze with grape juice for a fruitier taste. The salad can be prepared ahead and assembled just before serving. For a heartier dish, add grilled chicken or turkey ham.