Grilled Peach Salad

This Grilled Peach Salad is perfect for your summer parties. Sweet peaches, salty prosciutto and creamy burrata are served over arugula or your favorite greens for a delicious summer salad.

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Burrata and grilled peaches on a bed of arugula with balsamic glaze.

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If you're looking for the perfect salad this summer, this is it! Grilled peaches are a delight and totally underrated in my book. Add prosciutto and burrata and this is definitely my favorite way to enjoy a salad. Perfect to make for your family on a busy night or to serve your guests at your next dinner party.

For more fresh salad recipes check out my best summer salads!

Reasons to Love this Salad

Simple ingredients. All ingredients can easily be found at your local grocery store as with all of my recipes.
Minimal work. There is hardly any prep time required for this peach salad recipe and the peaches are the only ingredient that require cooking.
Fresh and bright. Fresh peaches, burrata cheese, prosciutto and fresh arugula provide an array of colors and fresh flavor!

Ingredients

Burrata cheese. Burrata is essentially an extra creamy mozzarella. Any brand of burrata that you can find at your grocery store will work in this salad.
Ripe peaches. When picking peaches, make sure they are slightly ripe and are freeform peaches, meaning the pit can easily be removed.
Prosciutto. Prosciutto adds a salty and savory flavor to the fresh salad.
Balsamic glaze. Homemade glaze with balsamic vinegar and honey. If you already have one on hand or if you prefer, you can use a premade balsamic glaze.
Baby arugula. I recommend using this as the peppery and spicy arugula goes great with the other flavors.

See the recipe card below for quantities and remaining ingredients.

How to Make Grilled Peach Salad

Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and toss the sliced peaches in a bowl with the olive oil.
Grill the peaches for a few minutes per side.
Remove peaches from the grill and place on a platter over arugula. Top with a ball of burrata and prosciutto slices.
Season with salt, pepper, olive oil and the balsamic glaze. Serve and enjoy!

Homemade Balsamic Glaze

To make homemade glaze add ¼ cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey to a small saucepan. Bring it to a slight boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, turn down to a simmer until it is reduced by ½. Turn off the heat and allow to cool.

An arugula salad with peaches and burrata.

Recipe FAQs

How do I know when peaches are good for grilling?

Look for peaches that are firm yet yield slightly to gentle pressure. They should have a fragrant aroma, particularly near the stem end. Avoid peaches that are overly soft or have bruises. For more tips, check out this guide to grilling peaches.

What's the best way to pit a peach?

Use a pairing knife and cut along the seam, starting at the stem, all the way around the peach. Twist each side in either hand to separate the two halves. Pull the pit out with your fingers or use the end of the knife to help loosen the pit.

Can I substitute burrata with another cheese?

While burrata adds a unique creaminess to the salad, you can substitute it with fresh mozzarella or goat cheese if you prefer. The flavor profile will be slightly different, but it will still complement the other ingredients.

What other toppings or additions can I add to the salad?

You can customize the salad with additional ingredients such as toasted nuts (like walnuts or almonds), fresh herbs (such as basil or mint), or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.

Sarah's Top Tips

Preheat the grill. This helps to caramelize the sugars in the peaches quickly, creating beautiful grill marks and intensifying their flavor.
Oil the grill grates and peaches. Prevent sticking by brushing the grill grates and the peaches with oil before adding the grill.
Avoid overcooking the peaches, as they can become too mushy and lose their natural sweetness.
Let the peaches cool for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.
Instead of slicing the burrata, tear it into bite-sized pieces with your hands and scatter it over the salad.

Ways to Serve Grilled Peach Salad

Peach and arugula salad is best enjoyed fresh, so assemble and serve it immediately after grilling the peaches.

This salad is great served on its own but pairs well with grilled St. Louis ribs, Mediterranean grilled chicken and lemon pepper chicken. Don't forget a crisp glass of white wine or rosé!

This serves as a perfect appetizer for angel hair shrimp scampi.

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume it within a day or two for the best quality, as all the ingredients will lose their freshness over time.