Grilled Peach Burrata Basil Salad (Printable)

Grilled peaches, burrata, and basil combine for a fresh, flavorful summer salad.

# Ingredient list:

→ Salad Base

01 - 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
02 - 8 oz burrata cheese, drained and torn
03 - 2 cups arugula, washed and dried
04 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Dressing and Garnish

05 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
07 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
08 - 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high until thoroughly heated.
02 - Brush peach halves lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil.
03 - Place peaches cut-side down on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes until grill marks appear and flesh is slightly softened.
04 - Spread arugula onto a large serving platter.
05 - Top arugula with grilled peaches, torn burrata, basil leaves, and toasted pecans.
06 - Drizzle remaining olive oil and balsamic glaze over salad. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick prep dazzling results for guests or easy weeknights
  • Elevates simple ingredients into a restaurant:worthy salad
  • Naturally gluten free and can be made vegetarian friendly
  • Balances sweet savory creamy and fresh in every forkful
02 -
  • Seasonal peaches are the star and grilling elevates their sweetness
  • This salad comes together in less than fifteen minutes
  • Presents beautifully with minimal effort and always impresses guests
03 -
  • Let the peaches cool slightly so they do not melt the burrata entirely
  • Use a very sharp knife and gentle pressure when slicing peaches to preserve their shape
  • Do not skip the final drizzle of olive oil it acts as a dressing and binds every flavor together

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