A vibrant and refreshing summer salad featuring sweet grilled peaches, creamy burrata cheese, and peppery arugula, drizzled with a simple balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal.
Author:Lora Lopez
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Salad
Method:Grilling, Assembling
Cuisine:Mediterranean-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
2–3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
8 ounces burrata cheese
5 ounces fresh arugula (or mixed greens)
2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
Dressing:
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
Fresh basil or mint leaves
Toasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
Balsamic glaze
Microgreens
Instructions
Prepare the peaches: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the cut sides of the peaches with olive oil.
Grill the peaches: Place the peaches, cut side down, on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the peaches are slightly softened. Remove from grill and let cool slightly. Slice into wedges.
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Assemble the salad: In a large serving bowl or platter, arrange the arugula.
Add burrata and peaches: Gently tear or slice the burrata cheese and place it on top of the arugula. Arrange the grilled peach wedges around the burrata.
Drizzle with dressing: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
Add toppings (optional): Sprinkle with fresh basil or mint leaves, toasted nuts, balsamic glaze, or microgreens, if desired.
Serve immediately: Serve the salad immediately to prevent the arugula from wilting.
Notes
Choose ripe but firm peaches for grilling.
Adjust grilling time based on the ripeness of the peaches and the heat of your grill.
Use high-quality burrata cheese for the best flavor and texture.