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Perfect Italian Caprese with Grilled Peaches and Burrata

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A quick and refreshing summer salad combining smoky grilled peaches, juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fresh basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 large ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
  • 1 ball (about 8 ounces) burrata cheese
  • A generous handful of fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 5 minutes).
  2. Slice the peaches into ½-inch thick wedges and toss lightly with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  3. Grill the peaches for 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and flesh softens. Alternatively, broil for 2 minutes per side on a foil-lined tray.
  4. While peaches grill, slice heirloom tomatoes into ¼-inch thick rounds and arrange on a serving platter in a slightly overlapping pattern.
  5. Let grilled peaches cool for 1-2 minutes, then arrange alongside the tomatoes.
  6. Gently tear burrata into chunks and distribute over the salad.
  7. Scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
  8. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the salad. Optionally, whisk lemon juice into olive oil before drizzling.
  9. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes if preferred cooler.

Notes

Let burrata sit out for 10 minutes before assembling to soften. Lightly coat peaches with olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage caramelization. Season salad at the end to avoid drawing out moisture prematurely. If no grill is available, use a hot cast-iron skillet or broiler carefully. Burrata can be substituted with fresh mozzarella or ricotta salata; for dairy-free, use cashew-based cheese.

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Keywords: Caprese salad, grilled peaches, burrata, summer salad, Italian salad, fresh basil, balsamic glaze, easy salad recipe

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