Salad with Burrata and Grilled Peaches

The salad with burrata and grilled peaches is a fresh and summery dish that skillfully balances the creaminess of burrata with the sweetness of peaches and a touch of smoky flavor from grilling. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 ripe but still firm peaches
• 1 burrata of about 200 g
• Mixed salad greens to taste (for example arugula, lettuce, baby spinach)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh mint (optional)
• Toasted walnuts or pine nuts to add crunch (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Wash the peaches, cut them in half and remove the pit. Cut each half into slices that are not too thin.
3. Lightly brush the peaches with a drizzle of oil and place them on the hot grill. Let them grill for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they have nice caramelized grill marks. Turn them gently to avoid breaking.
4. Meanwhile, wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Arrange them in the center of a serving plate as a base.
5. Once grilled, let the peaches cool slightly.
6. When ready to serve, place the burrata in the center of the salad and arrange the grilled peach slices around it.
7. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and a grind of fresh pepper.
8. If desired, add a handful of fresh mint leaves and sprinkle with some toasted walnuts or pine nuts for a crunchy touch.

Serve this fresh salad as an appetizer or main course for a light lunch. The combination of sweet, creamy and slightly bitter flavors makes it perfect for a hot day.

Fun Fact

Burrata is a cheese typical of Southern Italy, particularly Puglia. It is similar to mozzarella but with a soft, creamy heart of stracciatella and cream. Its sweetness pairs well with fruit, both fresh and cooked, creating surprising combinations like the one with grilled peaches. This dish is an example of how typical Italian products can be reinterpreted in a modern and fresh way.