Grilled peach and burrata salad with basil vinaigrette

Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

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Fresh, Sweet, and Creamy Summer Salad Bursting with Color and Flavor

🧑‍🍳 Introduction

This refreshing peach burrata salad is the perfect mix of creamy, juicy, herby, and tangy. Grilled peaches bring a warm, smoky sweetness that pairs beautifully with cold, creamy burrata cheese and a drizzle of homemade basil vinaigrette. It’s ideal for summer evenings, barbecues, or a light lunch that tastes as gorgeous as it looks.


🛒 Ingredients

For the Salad 🥗

  • 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 8 oz burrata cheese (2 balls)
  • 4 cups arugula or spring mix
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
  • Olive oil for brushing

For the Basil Vinaigrette 🌿

  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Grill the Peaches

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Lightly brush peaches with olive oil.
  3. Grill cut-side down for 3–4 minutes until charred. Let cool slightly, then slice.

Step 2: Make the Vinaigrette

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine basil, oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and green.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

  1. On a large platter, layer greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. Arrange grilled peach slices and torn burrata on top.
  3. Drizzle generously with basil vinaigrette and sprinkle pine nuts.
  4. Serve immediately.

📝 Tips & Variations

  • Add prosciutto ribbons for a salty twist.
  • Substitute peaches with nectarines or grilled plums.
  • Make vinaigrette ahead — it keeps for 3 days refrigerated.
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