Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad (Printable Version)

A fresh summer salad with grilled peaches and burrata.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
02 - 2 balls (approximately 7 oz) fresh burrata cheese
03 - 4 cups arugula or mixed greens
04 - 1/4 cup toasted pistachios or walnuts
05 - 8–10 fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tbsp honey
08 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
09 - 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ For Grilling

11 - 1 tbsp olive oil

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the peach halves lightly with olive oil.
02 - Place the peaches, cut side down, on the grill. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, until charred and caramelized. Remove and let cool slightly, then slice each half into wedges.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
04 - Arrange arugula or mixed greens on a serving platter. Scatter grilled peach slices on top.
05 - Tear the burrata into pieces and nestle among the peaches and greens.
06 - Drizzle with the honey dressing. Sprinkle with toasted nuts and torn basil leaves.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra black pepper if desired.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • It’s like summer on a plate, with vibrant colors and flavors that dance together.
  • Perfect for lazy afternoons or a simple picnic under the trees.
02 -
  • Don't walk away from the grill; those peaches can turn from perfectly charred to overly burnt in an instant.
  • A mix of grilled stone fruits—like nectarines or plums—works just as well, so feel free to experiment!
03 -
  • Using a high-quality olive oil makes all the difference in the dressing.
  • Don’t skimp on letting the peaches caramelize; it’s key to unlocking their full flavor.
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