Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this Grilled Nectarine Burrata Prosciutto Salad. This delightful dish combines succulent grilled nectarines with creamy burrata cheese and savory prosciutto, enhanced by a medley of fresh cherry and heirloom tomatoes. Tossed together with mixed greens and drizzled with a zesty lemon herb vinaigrette, this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light dinner, it’s an elegant option that will impress your guests while being incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe nectarines, pitted and quartered
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 4 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 heirloom tomatoes, cut into eighths
- 1/2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup mixed baby spring greens
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the nectarines lightly with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until charred and slightly softened.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs to create the vinaigrette.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, cherries, and vinaigrette.
- Top with grilled nectarines, torn burrata cheese, and prosciutto slices. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added crunch, include nuts such as walnuts or pecans. Feel free to substitute nectarines with peaches or plums for different flavor profiles.