Grilled Peach Salad (Print)

A fresh blend of grilled peaches, arugula, burrata, and aged balsamic for a vibrant summer dish.

# Components:

→ Produce

01 - 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
02 - 5 oz arugula
03 - 1 small shallot, thinly sliced

→ Dairy

04 - 8 oz burrata cheese (2 balls)

→ Nuts (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup toasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
08 - 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - Brush peach halves lightly with olive oil.
03 - Grill peaches, cut side down, for 2–3 minutes until charred and slightly softened. Flip and grill other side for 1–2 minutes. Let cool slightly, then slice each half into wedges.
04 - In a large bowl, toss arugula and shallot with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Arrange arugula mixture on a large serving platter or individual plates. Top with grilled peach wedges.
06 - Gently tear burrata and distribute evenly over the salad.
07 - Drizzle aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze and remaining olive oil over the top.
08 - Sprinkle with toasted nuts, flaky sea salt, and additional black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • The contrast of warm grilled peaches against cool, peppery arugula feels like summer on a plate.
  • Burrata melts slightly from the warmth, creating this creamy, luxurious texture that elevates everything.
  • It comes together in 25 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute dinner guests.
02 -
  • Don't skip the grill marks—they transform the peaches from pleasant to special, adding depth and preventing them from tasting one-note.
  • If you use a nonstick pan instead of a grill, you'll get less drama but better control; just accept that you won't get those beautiful char lines.
  • Assemble this salad as close to serving time as possible or the arugula will wilt from the warm peaches.
03 -
  • Burrata can be tricky to find at regular grocery stores, but many have it in their specialty cheese section or can order it—it's worth the hunt.
  • If you're making this for a crowd and assembling ahead, grill the peaches and prep the arugula separately, then assemble just before guests arrive.
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