Description
Sweet, juicy peaches meet creamy goat cheese, crisp greens, and a drizzle of honey in this fresh Grilled Peach Salad with Goat Cheese and Honey. Perfect for summer lunches, BBQs, or light dinners, this easy salad is packed with vibrant flavors and comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted – Sweet, juicy, and perfect for grilling.
- 5 cups mixed salad greens – Provides a fresh, crisp base.
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled – Adds creamy tanginess.
- ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts – Brings crunch and nutty flavor.
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion – Adds mild sharpness.
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn – Adds fragrant freshness.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil – Prevents peaches from sticking while grilling.
For the Honey Balsamic Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil – Forms the dressing base.
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar – Adds rich tangy flavor.
- 1 tablespoon honey – Provides natural sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard – Helps emulsify the dressing.
- 1 small garlic clove, minced – Adds savory depth.
- ½ teaspoon salt – Enhances flavors.
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper – Adds mild spice.
Optional Garnishes
- Extra crumbled goat cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze drizzle
- Toasted sunflower seeds
- Fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush peach halves with olive oil.
- Grill peaches for 3–4 minutes per side and slice.
- Toast the pecans or walnuts until fragrant.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients.
- Arrange mixed greens in a serving bowl.
- Add grilled peaches, goat cheese, onion, basil, and toasted nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Garnish with extra goat cheese, basil, and balsamic glaze, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best grill marks.
- Add the dressing just before serving to keep the greens crisp.
- Toast the nuts for extra crunch and deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 320 calories