Fresh Grilled Nectarine Burrata Salad with Easy Honey Balsamic Dressing
A quick and easy summer salad featuring grilled nectarines, creamy burrata, and a tangy-sweet honey balsamic dressing. Perfect for light lunches, backyard barbecues, or elegant starters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe nectarines, halved and pitted
- 8 ounces fresh burrata cheese, drained and at room temperature
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or baby spinach)
- 2 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or local)
- 3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
- Coarse sea salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds or pistachios (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
- Rinse and dry nectarines. Cut each in half and remove the pit. Brush cut sides lightly with olive oil.
- Place nectarines cut side down on the grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and fruit softens slightly.
- Flip nectarines and grill skin side for another 2 minutes, ensuring they remain tender but intact.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil until smooth and emulsified. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Arrange mixed greens on a large platter or bowl. Tear burrata into chunks and scatter over the greens.
- Place grilled nectarines on top, skin side down for presentation.
- Drizzle the honey balsamic dressing evenly over the salad.
- Sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves and optional toasted nuts over the salad.
- Add a light sprinkle of sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Serve immediately while nectarines are warm and burrata is creamy.
Notes
Let burrata sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before assembling to enhance creaminess. Avoid overcooking nectarines to keep them tender but intact. Prepare dressing separately and toss just before serving to prevent greens from wilting. For no grill, broil nectarines 3-5 minutes per side or use a cast iron skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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