Save to Pinterest A vibrant summer salad featuring sweet grilled peaches, creamy burrata, peppery arugula, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect as a starter or light main course.
I first served this salad at a summer gathering and it was an instant hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
- Produce: 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted, 4 cups (120 g) arugula, 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved, 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
- Dairy: 2 balls (about 200 g) fresh burrata cheese
- Nuts & Seeds: ¼ cup (30 g) toasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped
- Dressing: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1½ tbsp balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade), 1 tsp honey, ½ tsp sea salt, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Garnish: Fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Step 2:
- Lightly brush the peach halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place peaches cut-side down on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes until grill marks appear and peaches soften slightly. Remove and let cool, then slice into wedges.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4:
- Arrange arugula on a large platter. Top with grilled peach wedges, cherry tomatoes, and shallot slices.
- Step 5:
- Tear burrata into large pieces and scatter over the salad.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle salad with dressing and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with toasted nuts and fresh basil, if using.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately while peaches are still slightly warm.
Save to Pinterest This salad always brings back warm family memories of summer dinners on the patio.
Required Tools
Grill or grill pan, cheffs knife, cutting board, small bowl, whisk or fork, large serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (burrata) and tree nuts (pistachios or walnuts). Omit nuts for nut allergies. Always check product labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 290, Total Fat 19 g, Carbohydrates 21 g, Protein 10 g
Save to Pinterest This salad is perfect for summer entertaining and can be adapted with seasonal fruits.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I use nectarines instead of peaches?
Yes, nectarines or plums can be used as a juicy and sweet alternative to peaches while grilling.
- → What nuts work best for this salad?
Toasted pistachios or walnuts provide a nice crunch and complement the creamy and sweet elements well.
- → Is it necessary to grill the peaches?
Grilling enhances the peaches’ natural sweetness and adds a smoky flavor, but fresh peaches can be used if preferred.
- → What dressing pairs well with these ingredients?
A simple dressing of olive oil, honey, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper balances the dish nicely alongside a balsamic glaze drizzle.
- → Can I add protein to make this a main dish?
Adding prosciutto or grilled chicken can elevate this into a more substantial light main course.