Fresh peaches. There is nothing better than summer and peach season. Just the smell of ripe peaches in the kitchen make me so happy. This salad is one of our favorites (everyone in the family loves it) and it comes together so quickly. Grilling the peaches is key so don’t skip that part.
SUMMER ON A PLATE
This salad is so refreshing on hot summer nights. I always pick up field greens and arugula from the Farmer’s Market because everyone in the family likes a different combination of the two. Feel free to customize the lettuce based on your preference. I am an arugula girl and love the peppery taste it adds in contrast with the sweet peaches.
GRILLED PEACHES
By all means, use your outdoor grill if you prefer. Truth be told, our summer days are hot and my husband doesn’t love firing up the grill. This grill pan makes it so easy. The trick to these amazing peaches is tiny amount of butter and a sprinkle of sugar (coconut sugar works, too).
Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad
Ingredients
- 3 ripe peaches
- 5-6 oz arugula or field greens (or a mix of the two)
- 4 oz prosciutto, cut in small pieces
- 6 oz burrata
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
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To make the balsamic reduction, pour the 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Stir occasionally for about 12-15 minutes. You'll know it's done when it coats the back of a metal spoon. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
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While the balsamic vinegar is on the stovetop, slice the peaches. Brush with a small amount of melted butter. Sprinkle a little bit of sugar on each one.
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Place peaches on the grill. Try not to move them and let them sit for about 3 minutes. Flip and repeat. Set aside while you assemble the salad.
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Layer lettuce, prosciutto, burrata, and peaches.
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Spray with olive oil (I prefer a sprayer so as to not drown the lettuce).
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Once the reduction had thickened, drizzle over the top of your salad and add fresh ground pepper.
Recipe Notes
For more protein, grill chicken to add to the salad.
I love this sprayer when it comes to adding olive oil to a salad. There is nothing worse than dumping too much on the lettuce. We like to serve this with fresh sourdough bread. If you give it a try, let me know. Now if peach season would last just a little bit longer.
ANOTHER SUMMER GO-TO
For dessert, my kids love making these berry smoothies. Four simple ingredients but it always turns out just right. And I love that they make them on their own.
This looks great – different and refreshing on these hot summer evenings when no one wants to cook too much! Going to give it a whirl. Love the Lodge pans, too. The grill pan is on my list.