This summer time grilled peach salad with arugula, avocado, berries, toasted nuts, and a honey mustard lemon dressing is ideal for BBQs or as a contemporary aspect.

Grilled Peach Salad: Your Go-To Aspect for BBQs and Potlucks

I do know fruit-in-salad generally is a hit and miss with individuals—however this isn’t your typical summer time fruit salad. It’s extra of a savory-meets-sweet combo, much like my apple spinach salad. Right here, the peaches are grilled simply sufficient to caramelize and soften, bringing a sweet-smoky taste that’s nothing like biting into plain uncooked fruit. Then you definately’ve received the salty punch of feta (or goat cheese, blue cheese, or gorgonzola), the crunch of toasted nuts (I’m utilizing each pistachios and pine nuts), creamy avocado, and just a little pop of blueberries. It’s layered so each chunk has distinction—candy, salty, creamy, and crisp abruptly. I make a easy honey mustard lemon dressing that’s lighter than cream-based dressings—good for summer time warmth. Serve it with my grilled pork chops, grilled teriyaki hen pineapple skewers, or grilled salmon.

It’s the type of salad that appears restaurant-worthy however comes collectively sooner than most weeknight sides. Good for summer time dinners or BBQs, identical to my strawberry spinach salad or avocado mango salad.

The Substances & Substitutions

• Greens: I used arugula – its pepper taste completely balances out the sweetness of grilled peaches. It’s also possible to use child spinach/arugula combine, blended greens, or lettuce like romaine.
• Nuts: I’m utilizing a combo of toasted pine nuts + pistachios. You’ll be able to go together with any nut or seed combo you want: pecans, walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, candied or flavored nuts. 
• Peaches: Swap with nectarines, apricots, and even plums. You do not have to grill these.
• Berries: I’m utilizing blueberries, however you’ll be able to add something that is accessible: blackberries, strawberries, or raspberries.
• Cheese: I often use both feta, gorgonzola, or blue cheese. It’s also possible to attempt goat cheese, mozzarella “pearls”, or burrata. Shaved parmesan works too.
• Veggies: I take advantage of avocado + purple onion. It’s also possible to attempt cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or corn.
• Protein Add-Ins: Attempt topping grilled peach salad with prosciutto or crispy pancetta. It is also nice with grilled hen, shrimp, salmon, steak or pork.

Selfmade Honey Mustard Lemon Dressing

For the dressing, I whisk collectively 2 tablespoons of contemporary lemon juice with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning, and about ½ teaspoon lemon zest. Then, whereas whisking, I slowly stream in ¼ cup of additional virgin olive oil till it emulsifies right into a easy, shiny French dressing. Lastly, I season it with a very good pinch of salt and freshly floor black pepper to style. It’s gentle, tangy-sweet, and ties the grilled peach salad collectively with out being heavy—precisely what I would like in a summer time salad dressing.

Find out how to Grill Peaches

Preheat a grill pan or out of doors grill over medium warmth. Calmly oil the grates and grill peach slices for 1–2 minutes per aspect till grill marks kind. Let cool barely. If utilizing contemporary, simply slice and put aside. I even have a complete separate recipe for grilled peaches if you would like extra in-depth data.

Find out how to Make Grilled Peach Salad

Prepare the arugula as a base on a big serving platter or in particular person salad bowls. Prime with grilled peach slices, diced avocado, eiced purple onion, blueberries, basil, and crumbled feta cheese. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and pistachios. Drizzle the honey mustard lemon dressing proper earlier than serving.

What to Serve it With

This grilled peach salad pairs superbly with grilled proteins—assume juicy hen, shrimp skewers, or a bit of salmon scorching off the grill. You’ll be able to serve it with summer time BBQ dishes like burgers, corn on the cob, or grilled veggies. It additionally makes an incredible gentle lunch when paired with crusty sourdough or a contemporary baguette. Listed below are the primary dishes I like to recommend:

• Grilled Pork Tenderloin
• Pear & Brie Cheese Grilled Sandwich
• Grilled Flank Steak with Mango Avocado Salsa
• Grilled Shrimp Skewers
• Pan-Seared Marinated Ribeye
• Grilled Hen Breasts with Honey-Mustard Drizzle and Zucchini
• Creamy Salmon Orzo with Spinach
• Mexican Avenue Corn Shrimp
• Grilled Marinated Pork Chops with Mango Salsa