Fresh Grilled Peach Caprese Salad
A fresh and easy summer side salad featuring smoky grilled peaches, creamy burrata, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Perfect for warm evenings and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
- 8 ounces (about 225 grams) creamy burrata, drained and torn into pieces
- About 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn by hand
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Flaky sea salt, to sprinkle
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: small drizzle of honey or a pinch of red chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (205°C).
- Rinse and halve 3 ripe peaches, then gently remove the pits. Brush each half lightly with olive oil.
- Place the peach halves cut side down on the grill or pan. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and peaches soften slightly.
- Flip and grill the skin side for another 2 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- On a serving platter, arrange the grilled peach halves alongside torn pieces of burrata and scatter fresh torn basil leaves on top.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze evenly over the salad.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Optionally, add a drizzle of honey or a pinch of red chili flakes.
- Allow the salad to rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and burrata soften.
Notes
Choose firm but ripe peaches to hold their shape on the grill. Brush grill or pan with oil to prevent sticking. Let the salad rest before serving to meld flavors. Burrata is best served fresh and cold for contrast with warm peaches. For dairy-free options, substitute burrata with creamy cashew cheese. If no grill is available, broil peaches on a baking sheet watching closely to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
Keywords: grilled peach salad, caprese salad, burrata salad, summer side dish, easy salad recipe, fresh basil, balsamic glaze