Name: Grilled Peach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 ripe but firm peaches halved and pitted; 1 tablespoon olive oil for grilling peaches; 5 ounces mixed salad greens or arugula; 4 ounces burrata or soft goat cheese; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves torn; ¼ cup toasted almonds or pecans optional; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for dressing; Flaky salt and black pepper to taste; Lemon juice optional splash instead of balsamic

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Overview

Prep15 min

Cook8 min

Total23 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

3 ripe but firm peacheshalved and pitted1 tablespoon olive oilfor grilling peaches5 ounces mixed salad greensor arugula4 ounces burrata or soft goat cheese¼ cup fresh basil leavestorn¼ cup toasted almonds or pecansoptional2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oilfor dressing Flaky salt and black pepperto taste Lemon juiceoptional splash instead of balsamic

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Equipment

Grill or grill pan
Pastry brush
Large platter or salad bowl
Small jar or bowl for dressing
Whisk

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Method

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Grill the sunny halves

Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Brush peach halves with olive oil. Grill cut-side down 2 to 4 minutes until marked and warmed through, then flip briefly. Transfer to a plate and let cool until just warm.

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Lay the cool greens

Arrange salad greens on a platter or in a wide bowl. Nestle the warm peach halves among the leaves. Tear burrata over the top (or crumble goat cheese), and scatter basil and nuts if using.

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Whisk the honey ribbon

In a small jar or bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon, and olive oil until glossy. Season with salt and pepper. For a brighter mood, swap balsamic for lemon juice and keep the honey.

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Toss with a soft hand

Drizzle dressing over the salad. Gently nudge greens and peaches so everything shines without crushing the cheese. Finish with flaky salt and serve right away — picnic plates welcome.

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Tips

NoteNo grill? Sear peaches in a hot cast-iron skillet until caramelized.

NoteAdd prosciutto or grilled chicken if you want a heartier lunch.

NoteAurora prefers shade. The salad prefers sun. We compromise on the porch.

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Nutrition

Calories~260 kcal

Protein8 g

Fat18 g

Carbohydrates18 g

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Storage

Best freshAssemble and dress just before eating.

ComponentsGrill peaches and whisk dressing up to 1 day ahead; store separately.

LeftoversUndressed greens and peaches keep overnight; cheese is best day-of.

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Frequently asked

Nectarines instead of peaches?+

Yes — they grill beautifully and need no peeling.

Burrata or goat cheese?+

Burrata is creamy and soft; goat cheese is tangier. Both love peaches.

Can I make it ahead for a picnic?+

Pack greens, peaches, cheese, and dressing separately; assemble on the blanket.

Grilled Peach Salad

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment